Level 2 Hair Professional Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship is a starting point for any person wanting to become a hairdresser. You will be working in a salon and attend College on a Monday for theory and practical learning, plus maths and English studies.
Course Summary
Course Information for Students
Who is this course for?
This apprenticeship is a starting point for any person wanting to become a hairdresser.
You will work full time in a salon, with paid time to attend College – at the moment, this is on a Monday.
Entry Requirements
You need GCSEs graded 3-5 and should want to pursue a career in hairdressing.
You should be hard working and have excellent time management and interpersonal skills.
What will you learn?
You will learn the basics of being an hairdresser.
Examples of the units you will study are below but this will be discussed with your assessor. If you are not exempt, you will also complete Functional Maths and English. There are exams for every unit which you must pass before moving on to the next unit.
• Shampooing, blow drying, plaiting and twisting
• Cutting and styling hair
• Greeting customers and running the salon reception
• Advising customers on hairstyles and colours that would suit them
• Colouring and dressing long hair
• Perming and hair extensions
How will you learn?
You will learn both in College and in the workplace.
What will you need to bring with you?
You need a hairdressing kit which will be explained to you at the start of the programme.
You also need a black uniform – including black top, trousers or a skirt.
How will you be assessed?
- Observation
- Underpinning questions
- Exams
- Professional discussions
- End Point Assessment
Where next?
You could advance to a Level 3 Creative Hair programme.
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information, contact Derby College Group on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk
Is there any financial support available?
There are no costs to the apprentice but a 5% cost to the employer.
Course Information for Employers
Apprenticeship summary
The Level 2 Hairdressing apprenticeship involves one day a week at College plus training and support provided by the employer in the workplace.
It will cover a range of duties such as:
- shampooing, blow drying, plaiting and twisting
- cutting and styling hair
- greeting customers and running the salon reception
- advising customers on hairstyles and colours that would suit them
- colouring and dressing long hair
- perming and hair extensions
Are they any entry requirements for my apprentice?
They will need GCSEs graded 3-5, should be working in a salon and keen to pursue a career in hairdressing, and should be hard working with excellent time management and interpersonal skills.
What is required from the employer in the workplace?
- Training and support – 20% off-the-job training
- Paid time to attend College
- Communication with the assessor regarding the apprentice
- Reviews completed and signed in a timely fashion
Behaviours expected within the role
The apprentice should be keen to pursue hairdressing as a career and should have excellent:
- interpersonal skills
- timekeeping
- customer care
What qualification will my apprentice gain?
- Level 2 Hairdressing qualification
- Level 1 Maths and English if not exempt
What will the assessment look like?
- Observation
- Underpinning questions
- Exams
- Professional discussions
- End Point Assessment
Will my apprentice need to come into college?
Yes – at the moment on a Monday
Is there any specialist equipment required?
They will need a hairdressing kit.
What progression can my apprentice expect after completion of their apprenticeship?
They could advance to a Level 3 Creative Hair programme.
What job roles will this apprenticeship be suitable for?
Hairdresser
Will the college help me find an apprentice?
You may already have someone in your organisation or someone has come to you direct asking for an apprenticeship. However, if you don’t, we have a free recruitment service to help you hire the best candidate for your organisation from our talent pool and we can provide external advertising through social media and the National Apprenticeship Service’s website.
Contact us
If you are an employer and you would like to know more, please email businessenquiries@derby-college.ac.uk or call 01332 387421
Career Information
DCG Success Stories
Leah Hurren
Hair stylist Leah enjoying exciting new career with Bay Studios
I was completely happy with my Derby College experience and recommend the apprenticeship as it gave me great in-salon experience.
Course Information Last Updated On: February 15, 2023 2:29 pm
