Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Haringey. Classes run at Capital City College Tottenham Campus, part-time during the day. You'll learn practical salon skills including client consultations, cutting, dressing, colouring, and lightening techniques. The course also covers how shampoos and conditioners affect hair and scalp, and how to work safely in a salon environment. Classes run over 18 weeks. You'll need Functional Skills at Entry Level 3 or above in English or Maths, or equivalent, and an interview and assessment before starting.
Who this course is for
This course will help you develop the necessary skills, experience and techniques for you to become a qualified hairdresser. You will learn practical skills for a range of salon activities, from conducting client consultations to cutting and dressing hair.The course will explore how different shampoos and conditioners affect the hair and scalp, and you will study a variety of colouring and lightening products and techniques. You will learn how to work in accordance with health and safety procedures to ensure the well-being of your clients, your colleagues, and yourself.As well as working in the college's own hairdressing salon, you will also have the opportunity to do a period of work experience. You will also work on improving your English and Maths skills.
Entry requirements
You will need:Functional Skills at Entry Level 3 or above in English or Maths, or equivalentAll applicants must have an interview and assessment to confirm that the course is suitable for them.
What you will learn
You'll conduct client consultations and assess hair and scalp conditions.
You'll cut and dress hair using a range of techniques.
You'll apply colouring and lightening products safely and effectively.
You'll select and use shampoos and conditioners suited to different hair types.
You'll follow health and safety procedures in a salon environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon setting at Capital City College Tottenham Campus. Assessment is based on practical skills demonstrations and knowledge checks throughout the course. All applicants go through an interview and initial assessment before starting, so the course can be tailored to your needs.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Capital City College Tottenham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: work in a salon cutting, colouring, and styling hair.
Junior Stylist: assist senior stylists and build your client skills.
Salon Assistant: support day-to-day salon operations and treatments.
Freelance Hairdresser: offer mobile or self-employed hairdressing services.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step if you want to work as a senior stylist or salon manager. Level 3 also opens routes into teaching and assessing.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you'd like to teach hairdressing in the future.
Barbering qualifications: a related route if you want to broaden your skills into men's cutting and styling.
