Course Overview

VTCT Skills Level 2 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing is a qualification that has been specifically designed to develop your practical skills in: the creative art of cutting or dressing hair, how to provide effective shampooing and conditioning services, the artistic skill of colouring and lightening hair and how to provide a good consultation service for your clients.

All essential Hair equipment and products needed for lessons and assessments will be provided within the training salon. However, learners are required to purchase their own uniform and personal hair kit to support their practical development. The uniform ensures a professional appearance and meets industry standards, while the individual kit allows learners to practise skills independently and maintain good hygiene throughout the course. Full details of the required items, costs, and suppliers will be provided during interviews / induction evenings.

Entry requirements

4 GCSE grade 3 and above (including Maths & English).

Course Modules

Cut hair using hairdressing techniques
The art of dressing hair
Client consultation for hair services
Follow health and safety practice in the salon
Working in the hair industry
Colour and lighten hair
Shampoo and condition the hair and scalp
The art of colouring hair
Create an image-based on a theme within the hair and beauty sector
Plaiting and twisting hair

How will I be assessed?

Assessment for the Level 2 Women’s Hairdressing qualification is carried out through a mix of practical observations, written tasks, and online or paper-based tests. Learners are observed performing a range of hairdressing services—such as cutting, colouring, styling, and consultation—within a realistic salon environment to demonstrate technical ability, professionalism, and safe working practices. Theory knowledge is assessed through assignments, quizzes, and exams covering areas such as hair science, health and safety, colouring principles, and client care.

What can I do next

Level 3 Diploma in women’s hair
This qualification may lead directly into employment in a salon as a junior hairdresser or to work as an independent hairdresser.