Hairdressing

Our VTCT Level 1 & 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing (QCF) course is a substantial vocational qualification for learners seeking a career as an employed and/or self-employed junior hairdresser/stylist. 

This qualification is based on the Level 1 & 2 Hairdressing National Occupational Standards (NOS), and is recognised by the UK's lead hairdressing professional association (The Hairdressing Council) as being fit for purpose for preparing learners for a career in the sector. 

Studying in the college’s fantastic facilities, including our vast commercial hairdressing salons, which have paying clients for learners to work on. This programme is structured to provide learners with the flexibility to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required for their designated career pathway as a junior hairdresser/stylist. 

In addition to your Hairdressing course you will also work towards NVQ Level 1 certificate in Customer Service; Laith a’r Waith. This will provide you with the skills to work with customers, which is a major part of the hairdressing industry. 

In parallel, learners will develop their communication and customer service skills, their awareness of environmental sustainability and their commercial skills, all of which are valued highly by employers. Problem solving and research skills will also be enhanced.