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Level 2 Certificate in Smoothing and Straightening Hair Services

The PIMS Level 2 Certificate in Smoothing and Straightening Hair Services develops practical competence in temporary and chemical hair-smoothing and straightening techniques.The programme covers consultation, h...

Training Area HiQual UK
Category Beauty & Aesthetics
Learning Flexible
Provider PIMS
Level 2 Certificate in Smoothing and Straightening Hair Services program overview 01

Program Overview

The PIMS Level 2 Certificate in Smoothing and Straightening Hair Services develops practical competence in temporary and chemical hair-smoothing and straightening techniques.

The programme covers consultation, hair and scalp analysis, treatment suitability, hair preparation, heat styling, chemical-smoothing awareness, product selection, application, timing, aftercare, salon hygiene and practical portfolio development.

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What You'll Learn

  1. Hair Smoothing and Straightening Fundamentals
  2. Hair Structure and Condition
  3. Client Consultation
  4. Hair and Scalp Analysis
  5. Treatment Suitability
  6. Hair Preparation
  7. Shampooing and Conditioning
  8. Temporary Straightening
  9. Blow-Drying Techniques
  10. Flat-Iron Techniques
  11. Chemical Smoothing Awareness
  12. Keratin-Treatment Awareness
  13. Relaxer Awareness
  14. Product Selection
  15. Sectioning and Application
  16. Timing and Monitoring
  17. Aftercare
  18. Client Maintenance Advice
  19. Salon Health and Safety
  20. Hygiene and Infection Prevention
  21. Retail Product Knowledge
  22. Portfolio Development
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Who Should Attend?

Who should attend Level 2 Certificate in Smoothing and Straightening Hair Services

This PIMS Smoothing and Straightening Hair Services course is suitable for Learners entering professional hairdressing, Junior Hair Stylists, Salon Assistants and individuals developing smoothing and straightening skills.

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Key Benefits

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

  • Develop smoothing and straightening competence
  • Strengthen client-consultation skills
  • Improve hair and scalp assessment
  • Develop safe product-application practices
  • Improve client aftercare guidance
  • Build practical salon evidence and portfolio skills
Level 2 Certificate in Smoothing and Straightening Hair Services program benefits
Level 2 Certificate in Smoothing and Straightening Hair Services assessment
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Assessment & Evaluation

  • Assessment Type: Practical assessments, written examination and portfolio review.
  • Format: Skills demonstrations, multiple-choice questions, client case studies and oral defence.
  • Total Questions: 60 theory questions plus multiple practical tasks and portfolio submission.
  • Passing Score: 70%.
  • Duration: 6–8 weeks (120–150 hours total).
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