Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Wigan. Classes run at Wigan and Leigh College. You'll need a minimum of 5 GCSEs graded 9 - 3, including English or maths, to enrol. Over 35 weeks of full-time daytime hairdressing classes, you'll build practical salon skills alongside knowledge of health and safety and anatomy and physiology. The VTCT Level 2 Hairdressing Qualification covers the core services you'd carry out in a working salon, from cutting and colouring to client care.
Who this course is for
Underpinning this qualification you will develop a sound knowledge of Health and Safety practice, Anatomy and Physiology.
You will also develop knowledge and understanding of the practical skills learned throughout this qualification.
The purpose of this qualification is to develop your skills in hairdressing to a high level of occupational ability, to enable you to perform your own basic salon services.
Entry requirements
A minimum of 5 GCSEs graded 9-3 including English or maths.
What you will learn
You'll develop cutting techniques used in professional salon work.
You'll learn colouring and lightening services.
You'll practise styling and finishing hair to salon standards.
You'll apply health and safety procedures relevant to hairdressing environments.
You'll study anatomy and physiology as it relates to hair and scalp.
You'll learn how to consult with clients and plan services.
You'll carry out basic salon services to a high level of occupational ability.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment at Wigan and Leigh College, supported by classroom-based theory. Assessment covers both practical performance and written knowledge, testing your ability to carry out salon services and demonstrate understanding of health and safety, anatomy, and physiology.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Wigan and Leigh College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a high street or salon setting.
Junior Stylist: entry-level role assisting senior stylists in a salon.
Salon Assistant: supporting day-to-day salon operations and client services.
Colourist: specialist role focusing on colour and lightening treatments.
Freelance Hairdresser: self-employed work visiting clients or renting a chair.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step for those wanting to work as a qualified stylist and take on more complex services independently.
Level 3 Diploma in Barbering: if you want to extend your skills into men's grooming and barbering services.
Hairdressing Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3): combine work and study to gain experience in a real salon while earning.
