Free Level 2 Women’s and Men’s Hairdressing Course in Wolverhampton – City of Wolverhampton College – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPROQUAL

About this course

Free Level 2 Women's and Men's Hairdressing Course in Wolverhampton. Classes run at City of Wolverhampton College, full-time during the day. This women's and men's hairdressing qualification covers cutting, colouring, styling, and salon skills for both women's and men's hair. The course takes one year to complete. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the college will use it to plan your learning.

Who this course is for

School Leavers/ Adult Learners

Entry requirements

www.wolvcoll.ac.uk

What you will learn

  • You'll cut and style women's hair using a range of techniques.
  • You'll cut and style men's hair, including barbering basics.
  • You'll apply colouring and lightening treatments safely.
  • You'll carry out scalp and hair treatments.
  • You'll shampoo, condition, and prepare hair for services.
  • You'll learn how to consult with clients and assess their hair.
  • You'll follow health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon environment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon training environment, alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment includes practical observations of your hairdressing skills and written or online tests covering the underpinning knowledge. 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. City of Wolverhampton College 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 styling role, working under senior staff.
  • Salon Assistant: supporting stylists with clients and treatments.
  • Colourist: specialising in colour and lightening services.
  • Men's Hairdresser: cutting and styling in a gents or barber-style salon.
  • Mobile Hairdresser: self-employed, visiting clients at home.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step if you want to work as a senior stylist or salon manager. Many employers look for Level 3 for senior roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Barbering: if you want to specialise in men's hair and barbering.
  • Apprenticeship in Hairdressing: combine work and study while earning a wage in a salon.

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