Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Altrincham. Classes run at Trafford and Stockport College Altrincham Campus, full-time during the day. This is a two-year hairdressing qualification covering the core skills you need to work in a salon. You'll need four GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, including maths and/or English, to be considered for a place. The course covers cutting, colouring, styling, and client care. It leads to the City and Guilds Level 2 hairdressing certificate, recognised by employers across the industry.
Who this course is for
Please contact the College for details as to who this course is aimed for
Entry requirements
4 GCSE's at Grade 3 or above (including maths and/or English language).
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 highlighting.
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 the science of hair and skin to understand how products work.
You'll develop salon hygiene, health and safety, and professional conduct.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical sessions in a salon environment at the college, alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment includes practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out hairdressing tasks, 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. Trafford and Stockport College Altrincham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser. Work in a salon cutting and styling clients' hair.
Junior stylist. Entry-level salon role building practical experience.
Colourist. Specialist role focusing on hair colouring and lightening.
Salon assistant. Support senior stylists and manage client experience.
Mobile 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 or manage a salon.
Level 3 Diploma in Barbering. Broadens your skills to include men's cutting and styling.
Apprenticeship in Hairdressing Professional. Earn while you train and gain on-the-job experience in a working salon.
