Free Level 2 Women’s and Men’s Hairdressing Course in Epsom – NESCOT

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Women's and Men's Hairdressing Course in Epsom. Classes run at NESCOT, full-time during the day, over one year. This women's and men's hairdressing qualification covers cutting, colouring, and styling for both male and female clients, giving you hands-on experience in a salon environment. It's a strong starting point if you're looking to work as a hairdresser. The level 2 women's and men's hairdressing classes are delivered by City and Guilds, whose name carries real weight with salons when you're job-hunting.

Who this course is for

Please see the college website at http://www.nescot.ac.uk

Entry requirements

Please see the college website at http://www.nescot.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 techniques
  • You'll apply colour and lightening treatments safely
  • You'll shampoo, condition, and treat the scalp and hair
  • You'll style and finish hair using heated and non-heated tools
  • You'll learn how to consult with clients and recommend services
  • You'll follow health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon setting

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a training salon, working on real clients as your skills develop. Assessment includes practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out treatments to the required standard. You'll also complete written or online knowledge assessments covering the theory behind the techniques. Your progress is assessed throughout the course rather than in a single final exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. NESCOT will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a salon
  • Junior stylist: assist senior stylists while building your client base
  • Salon assistant: support day-to-day salon operations and treatments
  • Colourist: specialise in colour and lightening services
  • Mobile hairdresser: work independently visiting clients at home
  • Barber: focus on men's cutting and grooming services

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step for hairdressers aiming for senior stylist roles and a broader range of advanced techniques.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you'd like to teach hairdressing in a college or training setting.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Barbering: a focused route if you want to specialise in men's hair and grooming.

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