Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Lewes. Classes run at East Sussex College Group Lewes Campus, part-time during the day. You'll need a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 3 to 9, or completion of a Level 1 hairdressing course, plus English or maths at grade 3. Over one year, you'll build practical skills across shampooing, conditioning, cutting, styling, setting, and colouring hair. Work experience is a compulsory part of the course. You'll source your own placement with guidance from your tutor. Fees are £2,000, with an estimated £200 for kit and uniform.
Who this course is for
During the Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing you will learn a range of essential and practical skills and knowledge, which will equip you to seek employment or further training within the hairdressing Industry. The skills include carrying out services such as; shampooing, conditioning, styling, dressing and setting hair, cutting and colouring. Level 2 Hairdressing is the starting point within your hairdressing career.
Entry requirements
Minimum four grade 3-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 1 course, and English or maths at grade 3.
What you will learn
You'll shampoo, condition, and treat the hair and scalp
You'll cut hair using basic techniques
You'll style, set, and dress hair
You'll colour and lighten hair
You'll learn the principles of hairdressing and barbering services
You'll complete a work placement to practise skills in a real salon environment
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in the classroom. Assessment is through a portfolio of photographic evidence, assignments, and exams. Work experience is a compulsory part of the course, and you'll source your own placement with support from your tutor.
What you will need to bring
Kit and uniform costs are estimated at £200. East Sussex College Group Lewes Campus will confirm exactly what you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser. How to become a hairdresser in a salon
Junior Stylist. Entry-level role assisting qualified stylists
Salon Assistant. Supporting day-to-day salon operations
Colourist. Specialising in hair colouring and lightening services
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing. The next step if you want to work as a qualified stylist and take on more complex cutting and colouring services.
Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy or Make-Up. An option if you want to broaden your skills into a related area of the industry.
