Free Level 2 Women's and Men's Hairdressing Course in Burton-on-Trent. Classes run full-time at Burton Town Centre Campus. This women's and men's hairdressing qualification covers cutting, blow-drying, setting, colouring, and perming, alongside theory units in health and safety, client care, communication, and retailing. You'll also complete 37 hours of industry experience. Entry requires a minimum of four GCSEs at grade D or above, or Level 1 Functional Skills in English and maths. The course takes one year.
Who this course is for
This course builds on the knowledge and skills gained at Level 1, covering all basic hairdressing services, including cutting, blow-drying, setting, colouring and perming. You will also study theory units, which include health and safety, client care and communication, retailing and reception duties.
Entry requirements
Minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade D or above (if this does not include English and maths these MUST be studied as part of the Level 2 programme) or Level 1 Functional Skills equivalent in English and maths; successful interview and initial assessment; successful completion of Level 1 programme (progressing learners).
What you will learn
You'll practise cutting techniques for women's and men's hair styles.
You'll develop blow-drying, setting, and up-do skills.
You'll apply colouring and perming services.
You'll study health and safety in a salon environment.
You'll learn client care, communication, and consultation skills.
You'll cover retailing, product knowledge, and reception duties.
You'll complete 37 hours of industry experience in a real working context.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a salon environment at Burton Town Centre Campus, alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment includes practical observations of salon services and written theory units covering health and safety, client care, and product knowledge. You'll also attend hairdressing shows and watch industry demonstrations as part of your enrichment programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Burton Town Centre Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a salon setting.
Junior Stylist: entry-level role assisting qualified stylists.
Salon Assistant: supporting day-to-day salon operations.
Colourist: specialising in hair colouring services.
Barber: men's cutting and styling in a barbershop.
Mobile Hairdresser: self-employed, visiting clients at home.
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 Award in Education and Training: if you want to move into teaching or training others in hairdressing.
Level 3 Diploma in Barbering: a route into specialising in men's barbering services.
