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City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing

Course overview

Hairdressing is a creative, fast-moving industry where no two days are the same. It’s all about developing technical skill, building confidence, and helping people look and feel their best.

This Level 2 course is designed to give you the practical skills and industry knowledge needed to begin your journey as a hairdresser, with a focus on Women’s Hairdressing.

If you’re interested in hairdressing, you probably enjoy meeting new people, experimenting with styles, and seeing the transformation your work can create.

On this course, you’ll learn how professional hairdressers deliver high-quality services in salon environments. You’ll build your confidence with unique experience in our industry-standard salons, working on paying clients while learning from experienced lecturers.

As you develop your technical ability and client care skills, you’ll be ready for your first role in a salon, an apprenticeship, or further specialised study.

This one-year course is suitable for students who have achieved a 4/C grade in English and Maths.

Course information

On this Level 2 Hairdressing course, you’ll develop the essential skills and knowledge needed to begin your career in the hair industry.

Studying with us means exploring a range of core techniques and professional practices, including:
• Client consultation
• Choosing the right shampoo
• Effect of hair products
• Cutting techniques
• Colouring techniques

Alongside your technical training, you’ll also develop your understanding of client care and how to respond to individual needs.

Most of your clients will be found in our industry-standard commercial salons. These spaces give you genuine experience using professional equipment and products while gaining confidence in a salon environment.

Dedicated work experience opportunities are also available throughout the year. These enhance your learning and enable you to gain valuable insight into the industry, before your next steps.