Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Merton. Classes run at Merton College, full-time during the day. This level 2 hairdressing qualification takes one year to complete. You'll cover the core skills of women's hairdressing, from cutting and styling to colouring and client care. The hairdressing classes are delivered in a practical, hands-on environment using industry-standard techniques. This City and Guilds hairdressing course prepares you to work in a professional salon.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll cut and style hair using a range of techniques
You'll colour and lighten hair safely and accurately
You'll shampoo, condition, and treat the scalp and hair
You'll style and finish hair using heated tools and dressing techniques
You'll consult with clients and adapt your approach to their needs
You'll follow health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon setting
You'll learn how the hair and scalp work to inform your treatments
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a salon environment at Merton College, working on models and clients. Assessment includes practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out hairdressing tasks to the required standard. You'll also complete written or online assessments covering underpinning knowledge. Your progress is assessed throughout the course rather than in a single final exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Merton 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 lightening treatments
Freelance Hairdresser: working independently with your own clients
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step if you want to work as a senior stylist or salon manager. Many salons expect Level 3 for unsupervised work.
Level 3 Diploma in Barbering: if you want to extend your skills to barbering techniques.
Hairdressing Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3): combine work and study while earning a wage in a salon.
