Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Worksop. Classes run at North Notts College, full-time during the day. This one-year hairdressing qualification covers the core skills you need to work as a hairdresser, from cutting and colouring to styling and client consultation. It's a focused, full-time route that takes you from the basics to job-ready in a single year. The level 2 hairdressing classes are hands-on and centre-based, giving you structured practice throughout.
Who this course is for
The course is designed for entrants to roles in which they want to develop their skills, progression and/or career opportunities in this field or area. Please see the RNN Group course website for further information and advice.
What you will learn
You'll cut and style women's hair using a range of techniques.
You'll colour and lighten hair, including tinting and highlighting.
You'll shampoo, condition, and treat the scalp and hair.
You'll consult with clients to assess hair condition and agree services.
You'll style and finish hair using blow-drying and setting methods.
You'll follow health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment at North Notts College. Assessment combines practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out real services, 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. North Notts 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: support senior stylists and build your client base.
Salon assistant: assist with services and day-to-day salon operations.
Freelance hairdresser: offer mobile or home-visit hairdressing services.
Colour technician: specialise in colouring, tinting, and highlighting 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 take on more complex colouring and cutting work.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to teach hairdressing in a college or training centre.
Barbering qualifications: branch into men's grooming and barbershop work alongside your hairdressing skills.
