High demand, limited places - Apply now for September 2025!

With record-breaking applications, many courses for September 2024 were already full by spring time. With an increasing number of school leavers in our local area, the same high demand is expected for September 2025. So apply early to secure your place and avoid disappointment!

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Women's Hairdressing (Intermediate) - Level 2

Overview

This is a vocational qualification and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a hairdresser/stylist. Mandatory study units include, working in the hair industry, health and safety, client consultation, shampoo and conditioning hair, cutting women's hair and the art of dressing hair.

Throughout this qualification you will develop your knowledge and understanding of health and safety, client consultation, and products, tools and equipment.

You will also develop a range of technical skills enabling you to effectively consult with clients, shampoo and condition, and cut and finish their hair.

You will also develop interpersonal skills, which will assist you to communicate effectively with clients.

Please note - your timetable will include one late evening per week.

Start dates and fees

All hair and beauty courses require a mandatory kit and uniform.

Start Date	Code	Annual Fee	Actions
Start Date	Code	Annual Fee	Actions
Sep 2025	4942A1608	FREE	Apply

^E You may be eligible for fee exemption depending on your circumstances. Please see our fees for adult learners page for more information.

What will I study?

Health and safety
Working in the hair industry
Client consultation for hair services
Shampoo and condition the hair and scalp
Cutting women’s hair
The art of dressing hair
Colouring and lightening.

Entry requirements

This course is only available to 16-18 year olds.

GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 3-9.

OR

Successful completion of a relevant Level 1 course.

If you are not studying a traditional GCSE programme, we accept alternative qualifications like Functional Skills and vocational courses. If you are not planning on sitting GCSE exams, we can also support you with completing an English Language and Maths assessment. Please contact our admissions team for further details:

Study programmes - essential skills for employment

If you're a student between the ages of 16 and 18 (or 19 to 25 with an EHC Plan) we want to make sure you have the best possible chances of landing an awesome job once you finish college.

Students who haven't achieved a grade 4/C in GCSE maths or English to continue studying these subjects while you're here with us. By doing so, you'll be building a strong foundation of skills that will significantly boost your employability in the future.

Think of it as a chance to supercharge your knowledge and abilities. You'll be equipped with the tools necessary to tackle the world beyond college with confidence. Plus, we'll be right here to support you every step of the way.

In addition, to help you gain essential skills for employment, all students aged 19 and under and studying a full-time course with us will take part in our study programmes.