vrq level 2 hairdressing course

[lee27]

Hi there

I was hoping I could get some advice here, I'm 33 (outch!) and I've decided to stop thinking about becoming a hairdresser and to just do it.....but ofcourse I have my doubts about the courses, how much i'll learn from it, will I get a job with those qualifications etc. I was told I need to do the vrq because it is for adults and nvq is for apprentices, and I'm too old to be an apprentice! Anyway I got mixed information about the content of the vrq and how much i'm going to learn from it, basically I know how to deal with people and communicate well, but what i'm thinking is can I just do the vrq2 and then do some short courses in college on classic, creative cutting rather than study another year? I'm told it is just basic cutting, colouring etc that is dealt with on the vrq 2, but maybe it's possible for me to further myself without drawing it out, I mean are any of you salon owners, and would you employ someone that is older and has a lower qualification or any of you dine the vrq, I cant find any reviews on it. Thanks, I'd appreciate any feedback!

 

[BBH Salon]

Ok first, you are 33, so be prepared for 18 and 19yr olds to know a lot more than you. second a vrq is a vocatianal qualifaction, and only teaches the basics, i did my level 1 on vrq and i learnt nothing that i didnt already know. I would go with a NVQ its the best, and go with city and guilds, also try get into a salon eiether voluantary work or as a apprentice, good luck ps i wouldnt employ anyone with just a VRQ level 1 and 2 :sad: sorry

 

[geekyteachy]

I would suggest a part time hairdressing course- you wont feel out of place because it will be more mature learners, and in my expierence, mature learners are more commited and dedicated.

Hairdressing vrq or nvq 2 is a basic hairdressing course but this is also the same qualification as many hairdessers have.

You do need to practise outside of class that is the difference between gaining the qualification and becoming a good hairdresser! If you have time you could do a placement in a salon- this is such an eye opener! you can see how cuts are construced as well as tinting and setting processes!

Have a fantastic time!:hug: