VTCT Hairdressing Level 2
This course develops the skills and knowledge for a career in hairdressing and the service industries. Students will develop competence and efficiency in all aspects of hairdressing and the ability and confidence to meet the needs of the hairdressing industry.
Students will be able to enhance their hairdressing skills by participating in regular voluntary work placement or independent part time employment out with the course.
Content
Year 1:
- Consult, assess, plan and prepare for hairdressing (Year 1 & 2)
- Implement and maintain safe, hygienic and effective working practices
- Shampoo, condition and treat hair and scalp
- Set, style and dress hair
- Dry, style and finish hair using hairdressing techniques
- Instruct and advise on products and services
Year 2:
- Colour and lighten hair
- Cut and clipper hair using hairdressing techniques
- Participation in college commercial salon
Career Paths
- Employment within the hairdressing industry
Progression
Entry requirements
- National 4 award (or equivalent) in English
- Applicants who do not meet these criteria, but have relevant experience or alternative qualifications will be considered
Additional Requirements:
- Selection will be by interview and task
- Due to Sector Skills Council regulations,, candidates must be 16 years old by 1 September 2026. There is no flexibility on this date as doing so would breach Health and Safety legislation.
Requirements for progression to year 2:
- Achievement of all first-year units
- Excellent attendance and timekeeping
- Excellent reference from Lecturers
More Info
Further advice for full-time applicants:
• Please ensure you have an online account before starting your application
• If you created your account prior to November 2024, you will need to register a new account
• Before starting the application process, please ensure you already hold or are working towards the relevant entry qualifications required for the course you are applying for
• Ensure you use your own personal email address when creating your online account
• Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email immediately
• If you do not receive an acknowledgement e-mail immediately, please check your SPAM/Junk folder
• Please include as much detail as possible in your personal statement such as; the reason you are applying, future career plans, previous employment, relevant experience, hobbies and interests
• Disclosing support needs in your application will not affect your chances of being offered a place on a course at Forth Valley College
• If your application is successful, you will be invited for interview. For January start courses interviews will be in Nov/Dec and interviews for August start courses will take place between February and May
• If your application is unsuccessful, you will be offered support in finding a suitable alternative course
• Applicants who provide a mobile phone number on their application form will be sent a text reminder prior to the day of interview
• If you are unable to attend an interview or wish to withdraw your application - please email student.applications@forthvalley.ac.uk
Alloa Campus
Full-Time
17 August 2026
Level 5
Falkirk Campus
Full-Time
17 August 2026
Level 5