Level 2 Apprentices

The The Apprenticeship framework comprises of the following:

• Employment Rights and Responsibilities
• Level 2 (NVQ) Diploma in Hairdressing
• Key Skills: Application of Number Level 1 and Communication Level 1

The Level 2 (NVQ) Diploma in Hairdressing is a 9 unit award, 8 Mandatory units with 1 Optional unit. Additional units may be achieved within the allotted training entitlement.

Mandatory Units

• G20 Make sure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety
• G17 Give clients a positive impression of yourself and your organisation
• G7 Advise and consult with clients
• GH8 Shampoo, condition and treat hair and scalp
• GH9 Change hair colour
• GH10 Style and finish hair
• GH11 Set and dress hair
• GH12 Cut hair using basic techniques

Optional Units

• G4 Fulfil salon reception duties
• G18 Promote products and services
• GH13 Plait and twist hair
• GH14 Perm and neutralise hair