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£ 1,300
Who would find this course beneficial?
This unit is designed for learners who wish to develop the knowledge and practical skills required to create long-lasting curls, waves and movement using professional perming and neutralising techniques. It is ideal for learners working towards the VTCT Skills Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing or those completing this unit as a standalone VTCT qualification.
The course is suitable for aspiring hairdressers, junior stylists and salon assistants who want to gain confidence in carrying out professional perming services. It is also beneficial for practising hair professionals who wish to refresh their technical skills, improve consultation and testing procedures, and develop a thorough understanding of perming science, sectioning methods and client aftercare.
Level 2
Full Time
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Course Content
Health & Safety
Learners will understand professional salon health and safety requirements, including infection prevention, PPE, COSHH compliance, electrical safety, safe handling of perming chemicals, client protection, hygiene standards, waste disposal and maintaining accurate client records throughout the service.
Hair Science & Perming Principles
This section covers the structure of the hair, the action of perm lotions and neutralisers, the effect of temperature, pH balance, timing, rinsing procedures, curl formation and the scientific principles that influence successful perming results.
Client Consultation & Hair Testing
Learners will develop consultation skills to identify contra-indications, assess hair suitability, perform elasticity, porosity, incompatibility and skin tests, interpret test results, select appropriate products and record client information before carrying out the service.
Practical Perming Techniques
Practical training includes hair preparation, rod selection, directional, brick and 9-section winding techniques, correct winding tension, curl development testing, application of perm lotion and neutraliser, monitoring processing times, rod removal, problem solving and achieving the required curl pattern safely and professionally.
Treatment Aftercare & Professional Practice
Learners will provide professional aftercare advice, recommend suitable home-care products, explain the effects of heated styling equipment, advise on maintenance routines, recommend appropriate intervals between services and explain how perming may influence future hair services.
Entry Requirement
There are no formal entry requirements; however, learners should have a good standard of literacy and communication skills and an interest in pursuing a career in professional hairdressing.
Duration
This unit consists of 70 Guided Learning Hours (GLH).
Costs
The cost of this unit is £1300, plus a £100 registration fee.
Qualification Awarded
Upon successful completion of all required practical assessments and portfolio evidence, learners will receive a VTCT Certificate for the Unit: Perm and Neutralise Hair.
This certificate confirms successful achievement of this individual VTCT unit only and does not constitute the full VTCT Skills Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing. Learners who wish to achieve the full diploma must successfully complete all mandatory and required units within the qualification.
KIT Required
Learners must attend in professional salon uniform (tunic, black trousers and closed-toe shoes).
T&C
Course fees are non-refundable once enrolment has been confirmed. The VTCT unit certificate will only be issued after successful completion of all required practical assessments and portfolio evidence in accordance with VTCT assessment requirements.
