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Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Blackburn

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Blackburn. Classes run at Blackburn College, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll train in a commercial Hair and Beauty Salon on campus, working with industry brands including Wella, Olaplex, and Kerastraight. The course covers the core skills you need to work in a salon, from cutting and colouring to client consultation. You'll need 3 GCSEs at grade 2 or above to enrol. This is a City and Guilds level 2 hairdressing qualification.

Who this course is for

This programme will give the learner an introduction to the skills required to be successful in the hairdressing industry.

You will benefit from working in our commercial Hair & Beauty Salon, Academy, located on campus. Working alongside both level 2 and 3 learners, mirroring a real high street salon environment. In which you will work with the industry leading brands of Wella, Kerastraight, Olaplex and be guided by our tutors who have a wealth of industry experience, skills and knowledge.

You will be introduced to a wide range of skills that you will acquire over the year, in particular, shampooing and conditioning hair, blow drying, plaiting and twisting hair. In addition you will start your preparation by also understanding a salon setting, in terms of how you present a professional image, prepare and maintain work stations and reception duties.

In addition you will take part in enrichment trips in particular attending HJ Live North Show in Manchester, where you will view new techniques and gain tips from the best hairdressers in the industry by watching their seminars and shows. Plus you can get up to speed with all the latest hairdressing and styling products.

Entry requirements

3 GCSEs at grade 2 or above

What you will learn

  • You'll develop cutting techniques for a range of hair types and styles.
  • You'll learn colouring and lightening services, including toning and bleaching.
  • You'll practise blow-drying, setting, and finishing techniques.
  • You'll carry out client consultations and recommend suitable services.
  • You'll learn how to shampoo, condition, and treat the scalp.
  • You'll understand salon health, safety, and hygiene standards.
  • You'll work with professional products from leading industry brands.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in an on-campus commercial salon, working alongside Level 2 and Level 3 learners. Assessment includes practical observations, where tutors assess your technique directly, as well as written assignments and knowledge tests. Working in a salon environment means you'll practise on real clients as your skills develop.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Blackburn College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a high street salon
  • Junior Stylist: entry-level role assisting qualified stylists
  • Salon Assistant: supporting day-to-day salon operations
  • Colourist: specialising in colour, toning, and lightening services
  • Blow-dry Technician: focused finishing and styling role

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step if you want to work as a qualified stylist and take on more complex colour and cutting services independently.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing: builds on Level 2 skills and is typically required for senior stylist roles.
  • Barbering qualifications: if you want to extend your skills to men's cutting and grooming services.
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