Course

VTCT Skills Level 2 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing

Your Career Starts Here

At ICONIC Hairdressing Academy, we don’t just teach hairdressing—we help shape confident, professional stylists ready for the salon floor.

Based within ICONIC Hairdressing, an established and successful salon, you’ll learn in a real working environment while studying towards a nationally recognised VTCT Skills qualification.

Whether you’re leaving school, changing careers or turning your passion into a profession, this course has been designed to give you the practical skills, confidence and industry knowledge needed to begin a successful career in hairdressing.


Why Choose ICONIC?

Choosing where you train is one of the most important decisions you’ll make.

At ICONIC Hairdressing Academy, you’ll benefit from:

  • Training within an established professional salon

  • Small class sizes with personalised support

  • Industry-experienced tutors

  • Real salon experience throughout your course

  • High-quality professional products and equipment

  • A nationally recognised VTCT Skills qualification

  • A supportive environment where confidence grows alongside technical ability

We believe every learner deserves the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their previous experience or educational background.


What You’ll Learn

Throughout the programme you’ll build the knowledge, confidence and practical skills required to become a professional hairdresser.

Professional Consultation & Client Care

Learn how to communicate effectively, carry out consultations, understand client expectations and deliver outstanding customer service.

Shampooing, Conditioning & Scalp Massage

Develop the essential foundation skills required for every professional stylist while learning product knowledge and client care.

Cutting Hair

Master the core cutting techniques including one-length, layering and graduation before progressing to creating personalised looks tailored to individual clients.

Colouring Hair

Gain a thorough understanding of colour theory before learning professional colouring techniques including tinting, highlighting, lightening, toning and colour correction principles.

Styling & Finishing

Learn to create professional blow-dries, curls, straight styles, occasion hair and polished salon finishes using a variety of tools and techniques.

Hair & Scalp Science

Understand hair structure, hair growth, scalp conditions, contraindications and how professional products work to achieve the best results.

Health & Safety

Develop safe working practices, infection prevention procedures and professional standards expected throughout the hairdressing industry.


Learn by Doing

From the early stages of your training, you’ll develop practical skills through demonstrations, hands-on workshops, live models and continuous tutor feedback.

Learning takes place within a busy salon environment, allowing you to experience the professionalism, pace and standards expected within the industry while building confidence every step of the way.


Where This Qualification Can Take You

Successful completion of the course can lead to careers including:

  • Salon Stylist

  • Self-Employed Hairdresser

  • Freelance Stylist

  • Colour Technician

  • Progression to Level 3 Hairdressing

  • Further specialist training and advanced education


Ready to Begin?

Every successful hairdresser started exactly where you are now.

If you’re ready to work hard, learn from experienced professionals and build a career you can be proud of, we’d love to welcome you to ICONIC Hairdressing Academy.

Enquire today and take the first step towards your future. Click the link below or head over to our contact page and give us a call or email.


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