The purpose of the VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing qualification is to provide you with the knowledge, skills and understanding to be a junior hairdresser/stylist. This qualification is designed for learners aged 16 years or over and has both mandatory and optional units for you to achieve. The units are: -Advise and consult with clients -Shampoo, condition, and treat the hair and scalp, -Style and finish hair -Set and dress hair -Cut hair using basic techniques -Colour and lighten hair -Plaiting & twisting hair -Develop and maintain your effectiveness at work -Salon reception duties You will be expected to gather evidence of both the practical skills and underpinning knowledge for each unit you study and create a ‘portfolio of evidence’ for the qualification. On successful completion of this qualification, you will be in a position to apply for employment as a junior hairdresser/stylist.