Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Wandsworth. Classes run at South Thames College - Wandsworth Centre, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll cover the core skills of women's hairdressing, from cutting and styling to colouring and client care. This is a focused, full-time route that takes you from the basics through to salon-ready techniques. The course leads to the City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Women's Hairdressing. A strong hairdressing qualification to take into your first salon role.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll cut and style women's hair using a range of techniques
You'll apply colour and lightening treatments safely
You'll shampoo, condition, and treat the scalp and hair
You'll style and dress hair using tools including tongs, straighteners, and rollers
You'll consult with clients to identify their needs and recommend services
You'll follow health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon setting
You'll learn how to work professionally and manage your time on the salon floor
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment alongside classroom teaching. Assessment is a mix of practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out hairdressing services, and written or online tests covering 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. South Thames College - Wandsworth Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a high street salon
Junior Stylist: entry-level salon role assisting senior stylists
Salon Assistant: supporting day-to-day salon operations and clients
Colourist: specialising in colour and lightening treatments
Mobile Hairdresser: self-employed, visiting clients at home
Blow-dry Bar Stylist: styling-focused role in a specialist bar
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 employers look for Level 3 for senior roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing in a college or training centre.
Barbering qualifications: a City and Guilds Level 2 in Barbering if you want to extend your skills to men's cutting and styling.
