Free Level 2 Ladies Hairdressing Course in Newbury. Classes run at Newbury College, full-time during the day, over 35 weeks. This ladies hairdressing qualification covers everything needed to work as a junior hairdresser: client consultation, cutting, colouring, lightening, styling, and scalp treatments. Entry requires Level 1 Hairdressing plus five GCSEs at grade 3 or above (or an equivalent vocational qualification at merit grade, with Functional Skills Maths and English preferably at Level 1). You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right fit.
Who this course is for
This qualification is based on the national occupational standards for hairdressing and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a junior hairdresser/hairstylist. Learners must achieve all mandatory units which include:
Advise and consult with clients Blow-dry and style hair Colour and lighten hair Cut ladies hair Health, safety and hygiene Set and dress hair Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp Style hair with electrical equipment
Entry requirements
Students will need to have five GCSE passes at grade 3 or above, preferably including Maths and English. Alternatively, students will be accepted onto the course if they have an equivalent vocational qualification at merit grade, and Functional Skills Maths and English, preferably at Level1. Level 1 Hairdressing is required to progress onto this course
What you will learn
You'll advise and consult with clients about their hair needs and preferences.
You'll cut ladies' hair using professional techniques.
You'll colour and lighten hair safely and accurately.
You'll blow-dry, set, and dress hair to a professional finish.
You'll style hair using electrical equipment.
You'll shampoo, condition, and treat the hair and scalp.
You'll apply health, safety, and hygiene standards throughout your work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a salon environment at Newbury College, supported by classroom-based theory. Assessment is based on the national occupational standards for hairdressing. You'll be assessed on all mandatory units through observed practical work and underpinning knowledge tasks. All units are mandatory and must be completed to achieve the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Junior hairdresser: assist and style in a salon under supervision.
Hairstylist: cut, colour, and style clients independently.
Salon assistant: support senior stylists and manage client experience.
Colourist: specialise in colour and lightening services.
Freelance hairdresser: work independently with your own clients.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step if you want to work as a fully qualified hairdresser and take on more complex colour and cutting work independently.
Level 3 Education and Training Award: if you want to teach hairdressing in a college or training setting.
Barbering qualifications: broaden your skills to include men's cutting and styling services.
