Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Portsmouth. Classes run at COPC Highbury Campus. You'll attend theory and practical sessions in a commercial salon environment, working under tutor supervision. The course covers shampoo and conditioning, cutting, styling, and basic colouring techniques. It runs full-time over one year, giving you a solid grounding in the skills salons look for. A good standard of written and spoken English is required, and it is preferable to have 4 GCSEs at grade A - E.
Who this course is for
You will attend both theory and practical sessions and work in a realistic commercial salon environment under direct supervision of tutors. You will cover a variety of hairdressing units including shampoo and conditioning, cutting, styling and basic colouring techniques.
Entry requirements
It is preferable that students have 4 GCSEs at grade A-E. A good standard of written and spoken English is essential. You should also have a record of good attendance and punctuality. You will need to purchase a kit containing all equipment, also uniform is required and is to be worn for all practical sessions.
What you will learn
You'll practise shampoo and conditioning techniques on real clients in a salon setting.
You'll develop cutting skills across a range of hair types and styles.
You'll learn styling techniques including blow-drying and finishing.
You'll apply basic colouring techniques safely and correctly.
You'll follow health, safety, and hygiene standards throughout every practical session.
You'll build knowledge of hair and scalp conditions to inform your work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom theory and hands-on practical sessions in a commercial salon environment at COPC Highbury Campus. Tutors supervise your practical work directly. Assessment combines practical observation, where tutors assess your technique during sessions, with written or knowledge-based tasks that test your understanding of hairdressing theory.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to purchase a kit containing all the equipment required for the course. Uniform is also required and must be worn for all practical sessions. COPC Highbury Campus will confirm the full kit list and uniform details before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: work in a salon cutting, colouring, and styling hair.
Junior stylist: support senior stylists while building your client base.
Salon assistant: shampoo, conditioning, and general salon support.
Colour technician: specialise in colouring and highlighting services.
Freelance hairdresser: work independently on a mobile or self-employed basis.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step for those wanting to work as a qualified senior stylist or take on more complex colour and cutting work.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing in a college or training setting.
Barbering qualifications: a related route if you want to extend your skills to barbering services.
