Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Macclesfield. Classes run at Macclesfield College, full-time during the day, over 35 weeks. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above to enrol. The course covers the core skills of women's hairdressing, from cutting and colouring to styling and client care. It's a solid level 2 hairdressing qualification that prepares you to work in a salon.
Who this course is for
VTCT group is one of the UK’s market leading vocational and technical awarding organisation. VTCT cover over 3,000 training locations worldwide with over 100,000 learners every year.
Entry requirements
For this course, you will need to have achieved 4 GCSEs at grade 3 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 tinting and highlighting.
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 assess their hair and scalp.
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 training environment at Macclesfield College. Assessment is a mix of observed practical skills and written or online knowledge tests. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out hairdressing services to a consistent standard, as well as your understanding of the theory behind each technique.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Macclesfield College 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 highlighting
Blow-dry bar stylist: focused styling and finishing role
Mobile hairdresser: self-employed work visiting clients at home
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. Many salons expect Level 3 for senior roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you'd like to teach hairdressing in a college or training centre.
Level 2 Diploma in Barbering: broadens your skills to include men's cutting and styling.
