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...
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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.
What You'll Learn
- Hair Smoothing and Straightening Fundamentals
- Hair Structure and Condition
- Client Consultation
- Hair and Scalp Analysis
- Treatment Suitability
- Hair Preparation
- Shampooing and Conditioning
- Temporary Straightening
- Blow-Drying Techniques
- Flat-Iron Techniques
- Chemical Smoothing Awareness
- Keratin-Treatment Awareness
- Relaxer Awareness
- Product Selection
- Sectioning and Application
- Timing and Monitoring
- Aftercare
- Client Maintenance Advice
- Salon Health and Safety
- Hygiene and Infection Prevention
- Retail Product Knowledge
- Portfolio Development
Empowering professionals with knowledge, practical understanding and stronger workplace skills.
PIMSWho Should Attend?
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.
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
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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