Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Manchester – Worsley College – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration33 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Manchester. Classes run at Worsley College, full-time during the day, over 33 weeks. You'll cover the core skills of women's hairdressing, from cutting and colouring to styling and client consultation. 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 this is the right level for you.

Who this course is for

SchoolLeaver

Entry requirements

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What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to cut and style women's hair using a range of techniques.
  • You'll practise colouring and lightening hair safely and accurately.
  • You'll develop skills in shampooing, conditioning, and scalp treatments.
  • You'll learn how to consult with clients and assess their hair and scalp.
  • You'll study health, safety, and hygiene practices in a salon environment.
  • You'll learn how to use and maintain hairdressing tools and equipment correctly.
  • You'll develop blow-drying and finishing techniques for different hair types.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a salon environment at Worsley College, alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment combines practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out hairdressing tasks, with written or online tests covering the underpinning knowledge. 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. Worsley College 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 base.
  • Salon assistant: support day-to-day salon operations while developing skills.
  • Colour technician: specialise in colouring and lightening services.
  • Mobile hairdresser: work independently visiting clients at home.
  • Blow-dry bar stylist: focus on finishing and styling 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 opens doors to more advanced colouring, cutting, and business skills.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you'd like to teach hairdressing in a college or training setting.
  • City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing: builds directly on this qualification with more complex techniques and client work.

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