Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Bridgwater – Bridgwater College – Part-time

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

Free for 16 to 18 year olds. University Centre Somerset lists a fee of £886 for adults. Contact University Centre Somerset for more info.

About this course

Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Bridgwater. Classes run at Bridgwater College, part-time during the day over 34 weeks. You'll cover the core skills of women's hairdressing, from cutting and styling to colouring and client care. The part-time daytime schedule makes it possible to study without giving up other commitments. 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. A City and Guilds Level 2 hairdressing qualification that opens the door to salon work.

Who this course is for

UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite. Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes such as furthering personal development and career opportunities. They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to cut and style women's hair using a range of techniques.
  • You'll develop skills in hair colouring, including tinting and highlighting.
  • You'll practise shampooing, conditioning, and scalp treatments.
  • You'll learn how to consult with clients and assess hair and scalp condition.
  • You'll study health, safety, and hygiene practices in a salon environment.
  • You'll develop blow-drying and finishing techniques.
  • You'll learn how to set up and maintain your work area professionally.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon training environment at Bridgwater College, alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment combines practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out hairdressing tasks, with written or online knowledge tests. 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. Bridgwater 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: entry-level salon role assisting senior stylists
  • Salon Assistant: supporting day-to-day salon operations
  • Colourist: specialising in hair colouring services
  • Freelance Hairdresser: working independently with your own clients

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step for those wanting to work as a qualified stylist and take on more complex cutting and colouring work.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing skills to others in a college or training setting.
  • Barbering qualifications: a related route if you want to extend your skills to men's cutting and grooming.

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