Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Newcastle upon Tyne – Newcastle College Southwark College – Full-time

Cost£3,384.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Newcastle upon Tyne. Classes run full-time during the day at Newcastle College Southwark College. This is a focused, year-long hairdressing qualification covering the core skills employers look for. You'll study cutting, colouring, styling, and client care as part of the City and Guilds level 2 hairdressing classes. The course typically takes one year to complete. Fees apply, though a reduction may be possible depending on your circumstances. Contact the college for details.

Who this course is for

Anyone wanting to expand their knowledge and skills in the subject, for further details please check College website

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to cut and style women's hair using a range of techniques.
  • You'll develop colouring and lightening skills, including tinting and highlights.
  • You'll practise shampooing, conditioning, and scalp treatments.
  • You'll learn how to consult with clients and assess their hair and scalp.
  • You'll study health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon environment.
  • You'll develop blow-drying and finishing techniques for different hair types.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical sessions in a salon environment, working on real clients and models. Theory is delivered in the classroom. 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. Newcastle College Southwark 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 setting.
  • 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. Self-employed work visiting clients at home.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing. The next step for hairdressers aiming to work at senior stylist level and take on more complex cutting and colouring work.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Barbering. A route into men's hairdressing and barbering if you want to broaden your skills.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training. Useful if you want to teach hairdressing in a college or training setting.

Related courses at Newcastle College Southwark College

More courses near you