Free Level 2 Ladies Hairdressing Course in Ely. Classes run full-time at Ely College. This ladies hairdressing qualification takes one year of daytime study and covers the core skills you need to work as a junior hairdresser or hairstylist. You'll need at least three GCSEs at grades 3 to 9 (or equivalent) to start. The level 2 ladies hairdressing classes are delivered in a salon environment, giving you hands-on practice from day one.
Who this course is for
The VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Ladies Hairdressing is a Technical Qualification aimed at learners aged 16-19 who require a full-time Level 2 education programme and wish to pursue a career as an employed and/or self-employed junior hairdresser/hairstylist. There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification but in order to optimise their chances of success, a learner will ideally hold a Level 1 qualification or equivalent in hairdressing. Learners who complete this qualification are eligible to become a graduate State Registered Hairdresser (SRH) with The Hairdressing Council. This qualification has been developed collaboratively with employers, professional associations and key stakeholders in the hairdressing sector. The knowledge, skills and competencies gained will provide the best possible opportunity for progression into employment. This qualification is formally supported by the following organisations: The Hairdressing Council www.haircouncil.org.ukNational Hairdressers Federation www.nhf.info
Entry requirements
At least 3 GCSE Grades 9 - 3 or equivalents.
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 tools and products
You'll consult with clients and assess hair and scalp condition
You'll follow health, safety, and salon hygiene standards
You'll learn how to work professionally in a salon environment
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon setting alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment combines practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out hairdressing services, with written or online tests covering the underpinning knowledge. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the Diploma.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Ely College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Junior hairdresser: assist senior stylists in a salon
Hairstylist: cut, colour, and style clients' hair
Salon assistant: support day-to-day salon operations
Self-employed hairdresser: build your own client base
Mobile hairdresser: visit clients at home
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step for hairdressers aiming to work independently and take on more complex colour and cutting work
Level 3 Diploma in Barbering: if you want to extend your skills to men's hair services
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: for those who want to teach hairdressing in the future
