Free Level 2 Women's Hairdressing Course in Broadstairs. Classes run at Broadstairs College. Daytime sessions run part-time over 43 weeks, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll cover client consultation, cutting techniques, colouring, and professional salon practice. Most of your practical work takes place in the college's commercial salons, where you'll work on paying clients using professional equipment. This women's hairdressing qualification gives you the skills to start working in a salon environment.
Who this course is for
Learn the key skills needed to work as a qualified hairdresser in this course focusing on Women?s Hairdressing.
What you will learn
You'll practise client consultation and understand individual hair needs.
You'll develop cutting techniques used in professional salon settings.
You'll learn colouring techniques and how to apply them safely.
You'll work with professional products and equipment in a commercial salon.
You'll build a portfolio documenting your practical work throughout the course.
You'll understand health, safety, and professional standards in hairdressing.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in Broadstairs College's commercial salons, working on real clients. Assessment includes practical observations carried out in the salon, written assignments, and online knowledge tests. You'll also compile a portfolio of your work across the course, providing a record of your technical development.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Broadstairs College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Junior hairdresser: entry-level salon role after completing the course.
Salon assistant: support senior stylists while building experience.
Trainee hairdresser: work toward full qualification in a salon setting.
Self-employed hairdresser: work independently once you've built your client base.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step for hairdressers aiming for a senior stylist role, covering advanced cutting, colouring, and salon management.
Level 2 or 3 Barbering Qualification: broaden your skills into men's hairdressing.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing in the future.
