Free Level 2 Women's Hairdressing Course in Keighley. Classes run at Keighley College, full-time during the day. This women's hairdressing qualification covers the core skills you need to work in a salon: cutting, colouring, styling, and client care. The course takes one year to complete. Entry requires 3 GCSEs at grades 3-4 or above, including Maths and English, or a Level 1 Hairdressing qualification with appropriate Maths and English. If you're under 19 and don't yet hold GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 or above, you'll study those alongside the main course.
Who this course is for
School leavers Mature learners wishing to change have a career
Entry requirements
3 GCSEs at least grades 3-4 including Maths and English or a Level 1 qualification in Hairdressing with the appropriate level of English and Maths. If you are under 19 and you do not already have English & Maths GCSE grades 4-9 or equivalent you will be required to undertake GCSE or Functional Skills alongside your main qualification.
What you will learn
You'll cut women's hair using a range of techniques
You'll colour and lighten hair safely
You'll style and finish hair using tools and products
You'll shampoo, condition, and treat the scalp
You'll consult with clients and assess their hair and scalp
You'll follow health, safety, and salon hygiene standards
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical sessions in a salon environment at Keighley College, working on real clients under supervision. Assessment includes practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out hairdressing services to industry standards. You'll also complete written or online knowledge assessments covering topics such as hair science, client care, and safe working practices.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Keighley 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
Junior stylist: assistant role while building experience
Salon junior: support senior stylists, shampoo and prep clients
Colour technician: specialist colouring and highlighting work
Freelance hairdresser: self-employed mobile or chair-rental work
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step for hairdressers aiming for senior stylist or salon manager roles, and required for a VTCT Level 3 qualification.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing in a college or training setting.
Level 2 or 3 Beauty Therapy qualification: broadens your skills into skincare, nails, and beauty treatments.
