Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Manchester. Classes run at Worsley College, part-time during the day over 32 weeks. That pace gives you time to fit study around other commitments. You'll cover the core skills of women's hairdressing: cutting, colouring, styling, and salon working practices. This is a City and Guilds level 2 hairdressing qualification, so employers across the industry recognise it. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right starting point for you.
Who this course is for
Adult
Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll cut women's hair using a range of techniques, including scissor and clipper work.
You'll colour and lighten hair, including tinting and highlighting services.
You'll style and finish hair using blow-drying, setting, and finishing tools.
You'll shampoo, condition, and treat the scalp and hair.
You'll learn how to consult with clients and recommend suitable services.
You'll follow health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon environment.
You'll understand how to maintain and develop your professional skills in the workplace.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and practical work in a salon environment. Assessment combines hands-on practical tasks, where you demonstrate hairdressing services, with knowledge-based assessments covering salon practices and client care. Your progress is assessed throughout the course rather than in a single final exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Worsley College 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 highlighting services
Mobile hairdresser: working independently with your own clients
Barber: some crossover skills applicable with further training
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. Many employers expect Level 3 for senior roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you'd like to teach hairdressing in the future.
City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Barbering: a route into barbering as a related specialism.
