Free Level 2 Women's and Men's Hairdressing Course in Sheerness. Classes run at Sheppey College, full-time during the day, over 44 weeks. You'll develop cutting, colouring, and styling techniques, alongside client care and salon skills, working on paying clients in the college's industry-standard salons. The course covers both hairdressing and barbering, so you graduate with broad, practical experience. An initial assessment helps confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Learn the key skills needed to work as a qualified hairdresser and barber, alongside knowledge and theory, supported by highly practical exercises in our salons.
What you will learn
You'll cut hair using a range of professional techniques
You'll colour and tone hair using industry products and methods
You'll style and finish hair for different looks and occasions
You'll carry out barbering services on male clients
You'll manage salon stock and understand professional products
You'll interact with and care for clients throughout their visit
You'll apply health and safety practices in a salon environment
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical sessions in the college's commercial salons, working on real paying clients alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment combines practical observations, where assessors watch you carry out salon services, with knowledge tests covering theory and professional practice. Work experience placements are also available throughout the year to extend your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Sheppey 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
Barber: cutting and styling hair for male clients
Salon junior: assisting senior stylists while building experience
Colourist: specialising in colour, toning, and highlighting services
Freelance hairdresser: working independently or mobile
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step if you want to take on more complex services and senior salon roles
Level 3 Barbering Qualification: specialise further in barbering techniques and men's grooming
Hairdressing Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3): combine paid work in a salon with structured training
