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Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Stoke-on-Trent – Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus

CostFREE
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start15 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Stoke-on-Trent. Classes run at Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus, part-time during the day.

You'll train in a commercial salon environment, building practical skills alongside theoretical knowledge. The course covers cutting, colouring, styling, and other core hairdressing techniques. It runs over 34 weeks. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, a relevant Level 1 qualification, or an appropriate NVQ Level 1. There's a pre-induction interview to confirm this is the right level for you.

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

Who this course is for

This course is for you if you want to have a career in Hairdressing. You will build on your knowledge of the many different aspects of hairdressing through a combination of practical skills and theoretical knowledge. You will train and complete all assessments in the commercial salons and have opportunity to attend a wide range of enrichment activities including experience of work. Optional units may change to meet employer requirements Unit Titles:- Mandatory Ensure responsibility for actio

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs grade 3 / D or above. BTEC Introductory Certificate or Diploma, appropriate NVQ Level 1, or another relevant Level 1 or Foundation qualification. You will have a pre induction interview/assessment to make sure this is the right level for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to cut and style women's hair using a range of techniques.
  • You'll develop skills in colouring and lightening hair.
  • You'll practise blow-drying and finishing to a professional standard.
  • You'll learn how to consult with clients and assess their hair and scalp.
  • You'll understand health, safety, and hygiene in a salon setting.
  • You'll gain experience through work and enrichment activities in a commercial salon.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of practical sessions and classroom-based theory. All assessments take place in the commercial salons at the campus, so you practise in a realistic working environment. Assessment covers both your practical skills and your knowledge of hairdressing principles. Optional units may vary to reflect employer requirements.

What you will need to bring

Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus will confirm what 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.
  • Junior stylist, assists with colouring and finishing work.
  • Colourist, specialises in hair colouring treatments once experienced.
  • Freelance hairdresser, works independently with private clients.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing, the next step toward becoming a fully qualified stylist.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, if you want to teach hairdressing in the future.
  • Barbering qualification at Level 2 or Level 3, to extend your skills to men's hair services.
  • Salon management or business qualifications at Level 3, useful if you plan to run your own salon.
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