Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Liverpool. Daytime classes run at St Helens College Knowsley Campus, making it easier to fit study around other commitments. You'll cover the core skills needed to work as a hairdresser, from cutting and colouring to client consultation and salon safety. The course runs to 400 hours part-time. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.
Who this course is for
This Course is for people who want to study Diploma in Hairdressing Studies
Entry requirements
Please check www.knowsleycollege.ac.uk
What you will learn
You'll learn cutting techniques for a range of hair types and styles.
You'll develop colouring and lightening skills used in professional salons.
You'll practise blow-drying, setting, and finishing techniques.
You'll learn how to consult with clients and identify their needs.
You'll understand health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon environment.
You'll develop skills in shampooing, conditioning, and scalp treatments.
You'll learn how to style and dress hair for different occasions.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment combines practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out hairdressing tasks, with written or online knowledge tests. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Helens College Knowsley Campus will confirm anything else 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 senior stylists
Salon Assistant: supporting day-to-day salon operations
Colourist: specialising in hair colouring and lightening services
Barber: with additional barbering training or experience
Mobile Hairdresser: self-employed, visiting clients at home
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step if you want to work as a senior stylist or take on more complex colouring and cutting work.
Level 3 Diploma in Barbering: if you want to specialise in barbering techniques.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you'd like to teach hairdressing in the future.
