Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Taunton. Classes run at Taunton College. Part-time daytime hairdressing classes make it possible to study alongside other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure the City and Guilds Level 2 Hairdressing Qualification is the right fit, and the centre will use it to plan your learning. The course covers the core skills you need to work as a hairdresser, from cutting and colouring to client consultation and salon safety. It runs over 34 weeks.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to cut women's hair using a range of techniques.
You'll develop colouring and lightening skills, including tinting and highlights.
You'll practise blow-drying, setting, and finishing to achieve different styles.
You'll learn how to consult with clients and assess hair and scalp condition.
You'll understand health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon environment.
You'll develop skills in shampooing, conditioning, and scalp massage.
You'll learn how to use and maintain salon tools and equipment correctly.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment at Taunton College, alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment includes observed practical tasks, where an assessor watches you carry out hairdressing services, and 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. Taunton 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 services
Freelance Hairdresser: working independently with your own clients
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step for hairdressers aiming to work at a senior or stylist level, covering advanced cutting, colouring, and client management.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing skills in a college or training setting.
Level 2 Barbering Qualification: broadens your skills to include men's cutting and grooming services.
