Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Leeds. Classes run at Leeds City College Printworks Campus. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above to apply. The course runs full-time over one year, combining practical salon skills with underpinning knowledge in a professional training environment. You'll cover cutting, colouring, styling, and client care. This is a VTCT level 2 hairdressing qualification, giving you a solid foundation to work as a hairdresser.
Who this course is for
If you’re in year 11 or 12 and are looking to take the next steps towards your career these courses are for you. Our vast selection of vocational courses span a range of subjects and combine academic study with practical skills. Study in industry standard facilities and use our industry links to prepare for progression.
Entry requirements
Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above.
What you will learn
You'll cut and style women's hair using a range of techniques.
You'll colour and lighten hair, including tints and highlights.
You'll shampoo, condition, and treat the scalp and hair.
You'll style and finish hair using blow-drying and setting methods.
You'll consult with clients and identify their needs.
You'll follow health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon setting.
You'll learn how to promote products and services to clients.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical work in a salon environment alongside classroom sessions. Assessment includes practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out hairdressing services to industry standards, and 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. Leeds City College Printworks Campus 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 lightening services
Freelance Hairdresser: self-employed mobile or chair-rental work
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step for hairdressers wanting to take on more complex services and move toward senior stylist roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Barbering: if you want to extend your skills into men's grooming and barbering.
Hairdressing Apprenticeship at Level 3: combine work and study to build experience while earning.
