Free Level 2 Ladies Hairdressing Course in Basildon. Classes run at The Basildon Academies Sixth Form. There are no formal entry requirements, and the course runs full-time over one year. You'll cover the core skills of ladies hairdressing, from cutting and colouring to styling and client care. This is a focused, full-time ladies hairdressing qualification that builds the practical skills employers and clients expect. It leads directly toward work as a junior hairdresser or hairstylist, whether employed or self-employed.
Who this course is for
This course is for learners aged 16-19 who wish to pursue a career as an employed and/or self-employed junior hairdresser/hairstylist.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to cut and shape hair using a range of techniques.
You'll develop colouring and lightening skills for a variety of looks.
You'll practise blow-drying, setting, and finishing styles.
You'll learn how to consult with clients and assess their hair and scalp.
You'll understand salon health, safety, and hygiene requirements.
You'll develop the professional skills needed to work in a salon environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a salon-style classroom setting at The Basildon Academies Sixth Form. Assessment includes practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out hairdressing services, and written or knowledge-based tasks. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Basildon Academies Sixth Form will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Junior hairdresser: entry-level salon role cutting and styling hair.
Hairstylist: creative styling work in salons or on location.
Salon assistant: supporting senior stylists while building experience.
Self-employed hairdresser: working independently with your own clients.
Mobile hairdresser: visiting clients at home or at events.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step for hairdressers aiming to work at senior level or manage a salon.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing skills in the future.
Level 2 or 3 in Barbering: broaden your skills to include men's cutting and grooming services.
