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Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Redruth

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Redruth. Classes run at Cornwall College Camborne, full-time during the day.

You'll be hands-on from the first week in purpose-built salons. The course covers cutting, colouring, and styling techniques. Industry-trained tutors support you throughout. It typically takes one year to complete. Entry requires three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including GCSE English or maths, or a relevant Level 1 qualification.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing.

Who this course is for

Ready to start a career in hairdressing? You will be hands-on from the first week in purpose-built salons, developing cutting colouring and styling skills with support from industry-trained tutors. It is a strong first year route that prepares you to progress into the second year and qualify fully at Level 2.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers • Three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or successful completion of a relevant Level 1 qualification and this must include GCSE English or maths grade 3 or equivalent. Entry requirements for existing learners with the Cornwall College Group • Successful completion of previous course and, where relevant, meet the English and/or maths requirements of the Level 2 course. Please note: Some of our courses may have extra entry re

What you will learn

  • You'll practise cutting techniques on a range of hair types.
  • You'll learn colouring and highlighting methods.
  • You'll develop styling and finishing skills.
  • You'll study scalp and hair health.
  • You'll learn how to consult with clients and understand their needs.
  • You'll work in a salon environment with real clients.
  • You'll follow health, safety, and hygiene standards.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical sessions in purpose-built salons. Tutors with industry experience guide your technique. Assessment includes practical observations, where assessors watch you carry out salon services. You'll also complete written or online tests covering underpinning knowledge. A portfolio of evidence supports your practical assessments.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cornwall College Camborne will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hairdresser, cuts and styles hair in a salon.
  • Salon assistant, supports stylists and looks after clients.
  • Colourist, specialises in hair colouring and highlighting.
  • Barber, works in a barbershop cutting and styling hair.
  • Mobile hairdresser, visits clients at home.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing, the next step toward senior stylist roles.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, if you want to teach hairdressing.
  • Hairdressing Apprenticeship, lets you earn while building on your Level 2 skills.
  • Level 2 Barbering qualification, if you want to broaden into barbering.
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