Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Grays. Classes run at South Essex College of Further and Higher Education. This full-time, daytime hairdressing qualification covers everything from client consultation and cutting to colouring, styling, and salon health and safety. The course takes one year to complete. To enrol, you'll need GCSEs at grade 3 or above in maths and English, a Level 1 Hairdressing Diploma with Level 1 maths and English, or equivalent. You'll also need to attend an interview event. Note that you'll need to buy salon wear, an equipment kit, textbooks, and consumables.
Who this course is for
This course will prepare you for a career in hairdressing and to develop and practise the skills required for employment or further study.
Entry requirements
GCSEs at grade three/grade D in maths and English, or Hairdressing Level 1 Diploma plus maths and English at level one, or equivalent successful attendance at interview event you will be required to purchase salon wear, equipment kit, textbooks and consumables
What you will learn
You'll follow health and safety practices in a salon environment.
You'll carry out client consultations for a range of hair services.
You'll shampoo and condition hair and scalp correctly.
You'll cut women's hair using professional techniques.
You'll colour and lighten hair.
You'll cut and style men's hair.
You'll dress hair and learn how the hair industry works.
You'll promote products and services to salon clients.
How you will learn
You'll be assessed through practical assignments, portfolio work, online exams, and observed performance. Classes are classroom-based and delivered in a salon setting, giving you hands-on practice with professional products and equipment. Your portfolio will build up evidence of your skills throughout the year.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to purchase salon wear, an equipment kit, textbooks, and consumables at enrolment. South Essex College of Further and Higher Education will confirm the full list and costs before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a salon
Junior stylist: assistant role while building experience
Colourist: specialising in colour and lightening services
Barber: cutting and styling in a barbershop setting
Salon receptionist: client-facing role using industry knowledge
Freelance hairdresser: self-employed work once qualified and experienced
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step for those wanting to work as a qualified stylist or take on more complex technical skills.
Level 3 Diploma in Barbering: if you want to specialise in men's cutting and barbershop services.
Both qualifications build directly on what you cover in this level 2 hairdressing course and open doors to senior salon roles.
