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Free Level 2 Hairdressing Cutting and Styling Course in Sevenoaks

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Technical Certificate for Cutting and Styling Services Course in Sevenoaks. Classes run at Knole Academy, full-time during the day. You'll need a minimum of three qualifications at grades 3 to 5, including English, Maths and Science. The course covers foundation skills and knowledge in hairdressing, from cutting techniques to styling services, and takes two years to complete. Specialist equipment is required, costing around £200; you can buy it through the school or independently. Learners aged 19 or over at the start of the course should ask about additional entry fees.

Who this course is for

This qualification is designed for learners wishing to gain work ready, foundation skills and knowledge in hairdressing.

Students are expected to adhere to the salon dress code, details will be given on admission. Specialist equipment will be required - this can be purchased through the school or independently, but will total approximately £200. Students over the age of nineteen at the start of the course will also be required to pay additional course entry fees (please ask for more details).

For health and safety reasons, students must be able to work independently in the professional environment in order to be able to access this course.

Entry requirements

Minimum of three or more qualifications at grade 5-3, including English, Maths and Science

What you will learn

  • You'll develop cutting techniques for a range of hair types and lengths.
  • You'll learn how to style and finish hair using professional tools and products.
  • You'll practise client consultation and communication in a salon context.
  • You'll understand hair and scalp science to inform your services.
  • You'll apply health, safety, and hygiene standards used in professional salons.
  • You'll build knowledge of colour theory and its role in cutting and styling.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based teaching and practical salon sessions at Knole Academy. Assessment combines practical observations, where you demonstrate cutting and styling skills, with written or knowledge-based tasks. You'll be assessed against the City and Guilds qualification standards throughout the two years.

What you will need to bring

You'll need specialist hairdressing equipment, costing approximately £200 in total. You can purchase this through Knole Academy or independently. Students are also expected to follow the salon dress code; details are provided on admission. Knole Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hairdresser: cut and style hair in a salon setting.
  • Junior stylist: assist senior stylists and build client skills.
  • Salon assistant: support day-to-day salon operations.
  • Barbering assistant: entry-level role in a barber shop.
  • Mobile hairdresser: offer cutting and styling services at clients' homes.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing: a practical, workplace-based qualification that sits alongside or follows this Certificate and strengthens your route into employed salon work.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step for those aiming to work as a qualified stylist or move into senior roles.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you later want to teach hairdressing skills.
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