Hairdressing

ICTQual Level 2 Certificate in Colour and Lighten Hair Services

The ICTQual Level 2 Certificate in Colour and Lighten Hair Services develops essential skills in professional hair colouring, lightening, consultation, safety, and application techniques, preparing learners for salon-based employment and further hairdressing qualifications.

Awarding body ICTQual AB
Level Level 2
A hairdressing instructor demonstrates coloring techniques on a mannequin to students, illustrating the ICTQual Level 2 Certificate in Colour and Lighten Hair Services.

Course Features

This qualification is a practical, competence-based hairdressing course designed to build professional colouring and lightening skills aligned with industry standards and realistic salon practice.

  • Industry-recognised Level 2 vocational qualification
  • Practical training in colouring and lightening techniques
  • Focus on health, safety, and hygiene standards
  • Client consultation and hair analysis skills
  • Knowledge of hair science and colour theory
  • Prepares learners for salon employment and further study

About This Course

The ICTQual Level 2 Certificate in Colour and Lighten Hair Services is designed to equip learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to safely and effectively perform hair colouring and lightening services in a professional salon environment. The qualification develops both theoretical understanding and hands-on competence in line with industry expectations.

  • Understanding hair structure and science in relation to colouring

  • Safe application of colouring and lightening products

  • Professional client consultation techniques

  • Identification of hair and scalp conditions affecting services

  • Use of colour theory and international colour chart principles

  • Preparation for salon-based employment or further qualifications

What You'll Learn

This qualification develops the core knowledge and practical skills required to deliver professional colouring and lightening services safely and effectively in a salon environment.

  • Understand hair science and structure in relation to colour services

  • Apply health, safety, and hygiene practices in salon environments

  • Conduct effective client consultations and hair analysis

  • Understand and use colouring and lightening products correctly

  • Apply colour selection principles using colour theory

  • Understand effects of chemical services on hair and scalp

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for learners who want to begin or develop a career in hairdressing, particularly in colouring and technical hair services, within a professional salon environment.

  • Aspiring hairdressers starting their career in the beauty industry

  • Salon assistants seeking formal qualification in colour services

  • Learners progressing from Level 1 hair or beauty qualifications

  • Individuals interested in chemical hair services and colour work

  • Job seekers aiming for salon-based employment roles

  • Candidates preparing for advanced hairdressing qualifications

Course Content

Explore the comprehensive ICTQual Level 2 Certificate in Colour and Lighten Hair Services course content designed to help you master the material through structured modules and lessons.

Hair Science and Structure

1
Structure of the hair and hair follicle
2
Hair growth cycle and influencing factors
3
Effects of chemical processes on hair condition
4
Hair types and classification systems

Health, Safety and Hygiene in Hair Services

Client Consultation and Hair Analysis

Principles of Hair Colouring

Hair Colouring Products and Application

Hair Lightening Techniques

Aftercare and Maintenance

Course Requirements

This qualification is designed to be accessible to beginners, with no advanced prior experience required, though basic literacy and an interest in hairdressing are recommended.

  • Minimum age of 16 years or above

  • Basic English language and communication skills required

Assessments

Assessment is competency-based and designed to evaluate both practical ability and underpinning theoretical knowledge in realistic salon environments.

  • Practical observation of hair colouring and lightening services

  • Written or knowledge-based assessments

  • Portfolio of evidence from training activities

  • Professional discussion or oral questioning

Progression

Successful completion of this qualification enables learners to progress into employment or further advanced training in hairdressing and related technical services.

  • ICTQual Level 3 Hairdressing or Colour Specialist qualifications

  • Employment as junior stylist or salon assistant

  • Advanced technical hair colouring and creative colour roles

  • Further qualifications in salon management or beauty therapy

Apply Now For This Course

Fill out the application form below to enroll in ICTQual Level 2 Certificate in Colour and Lighten Hair Services. Our team will review your application and contact you shortly with enrollment details.

Awarding BodyICTQual AB
LevelLevel 2
Course CategoryHairdressing
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