Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Kingston upon Thames. Classes run at Kingston College, part-time during the day. The course runs over one year, giving you time to build your skills at a manageable pace alongside other commitments. You'll cover the core techniques used in women's hairdressing, from cutting and styling to colouring and client care. These are the practical and professional skills that employers look for in a salon.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll cut and shape women's hair using a range of techniques.
You'll colour and lighten hair, including tinting and highlighting.
You'll style and finish hair using tools such as straighteners, tongs, and blow-dryers.
You'll shampoo, condition, and treat the scalp and hair.
You'll consult with clients and assess hair and scalp conditions.
You'll follow health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon-style environment at Kingston College. Assessment includes practical observations of your hairdressing skills and written or online tests covering the underpinning knowledge. 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. Kingston 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 role assisting senior stylists
Salon assistant: supporting day-to-day salon operations
Colourist: specialising in hair colouring and highlighting
Freelance hairdresser: self-employed mobile or home-based work
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step for hairdressers aiming for senior stylist roles and greater technical range.
Level 3 Diploma in Barbering: if you want to extend your skills to men's cutting and styling.
Hairdressing Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3): combine work and study while earning in a salon.
