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Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Darlington

CostFREE
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Darlington. Classes run at Darlington College, part-time during the day over 34 weeks. This is an intensive hairdressing qualification that requires full commitment and regular attendance throughout. You'll build practical skills by working on real clients, so you'll need to bring your own models, kit, and uniform. No formal qualifications are required to join. You'll have an interview at the college before you start.

Who this course is for

This is an intensive hairdressing course which requires total commitment and attendance for the duration of the course and is designed for anyone wanting a new challenge or to update their skills.

Entry requirements

This course is aimed at people over 19 years of age. No formal qualifications are required, however knowledge of hairdressing or life skills would be an advantage.

You will be required to attend an interview at the college for this course and we will request a school or college report.

You will need: a bank of models willing to let you practice on their hair, a kit, uniform and stationery.

What you will learn

  • You'll cut and style women's hair using a range of techniques
  • You'll colour and lighten hair, including tints and highlights
  • You'll shampoo, condition, and treat the scalp and hair
  • You'll set and dress hair using heated and non-heated methods
  • You'll consult with clients and assess hair and scalp condition
  • You'll follow health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon environment

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a salon environment, working on models to develop your technique. Assessment combines practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out hairdressing services, with written or online knowledge tests. You'll build a portfolio of evidence over the course. Classes are classroom based at Darlington College, running part-time during the day.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to bring your own hairdressing kit, uniform, and stationery. You'll also need a bank of models willing to let you practise on their hair throughout the course. Darlington College will confirm the full kit list and any other requirements before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a salon
  • Junior stylist: entry-level role assisting senior stylists
  • Salon assistant: supporting day-to-day salon operations
  • Freelance hairdresser: working independently with your own clients
  • Mobile hairdresser: visiting clients at home

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step if you want to work as a senior stylist or take on more complex colouring and cutting work. Many salons expect Level 3 for senior roles.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you'd like to teach hairdressing in a college or training setting.
  • Barbering qualifications: a City and Guilds Level 2 in Barbering broadens your skills to include men's cutting and styling.
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