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Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing

The PIMS Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing develops foundational practical competence in cutting, colouring, styling and everyday salon services.The programme covers shampooing, conditioning, scalp care, hair and...

Training Area HiQual UK
Category Beauty & Aesthetics
Learning Flexible
Provider PIMS
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Program Overview

The PIMS Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing develops foundational practical competence in cutting, colouring, styling and everyday salon services.

The programme covers shampooing, conditioning, scalp care, hair and scalp products, client consultation, hygiene, customer service, reception awareness, updos, braiding and professional client records.

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What You'll Learn

  1. Hairdressing Fundamentals
  2. Salon Roles and Responsibilities
  3. Basic Hair Cutting
  4. One-Length Cutting
  5. Basic Layering
  6. Basic Styling
  7. Hair Colour Fundamentals
  8. Temporary Colour
  9. Semi-Permanent Colour
  10. Permanent Colour Awareness
  11. Shampooing
  12. Conditioning
  13. Scalp Care
  14. Scalp Massage
  15. Hair and Scalp Product Knowledge
  16. Client Consultation
  17. Professional Communication
  18. Salon Hygiene
  19. Tool Cleaning and Disinfection
  20. Customer Service
  21. Booking and Reception Awareness
  22. Basic Updos
  23. Braiding
  24. Special-Occasion Styling
  25. Client Records
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Practical Learning Knowledge you can apply

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Who Should Attend?

Who should attend Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing

This PIMS Hairdressing programme is suitable for Beginners entering hairdressing, Junior Hair Stylists, Salon Assistants and individuals developing foundational salon skills.

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Key Benefits

After completing the programme, learners should be better prepared to:

  • Develop foundational hairdressing competence
  • Strengthen cutting and colouring skills
  • Improve client-consultation competence
  • Develop salon hygiene practices
  • Improve customer-service skills
  • Support progression into advanced hairdressing study
Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing program benefits
Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing assessment
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Assessment & Evaluation

  • Assessment Type: Written examination, practical skills test and viva.
  • Format: Multiple-choice questions, applied case studies, hands-on skills demonstration and oral defence.
  • Total Questions: 60 theory questions plus 1 practical skills test and 1 viva.
  • Passing Score: 70%.
  • Duration: 6–8 weeks (100–120 hours total).
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