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Develop your hairdressing skills, working alongside tutors with a wealth of industry experience. You'll gain invaluable experience working in our professional salons, using the latest equipment and highest quality products as you cater to paying customers.

  • Entry Criteria

    3 GCSEs (A*-D/9-3), including English or maths, or completion of a relevant Level 1 programme.

    You will also be invited to a Course Introduction Meeting.

  • What will I study?

    Areas of study include:


    • Advising and consulting with clients - learn the art of consultation with clients, using a variety of methods to clarify ideas and requirements for hair services
    • Shampooing and conditioning hair and scalp - develop the skill of shampooing and conditioning hair using a variety of products and massage techniques
    • Blow drying, setting and dressing hair - develop the skill of blow drying, finger drying and finishing techniques on a variety of hair types and lengths
    • Cutting and styling hair - create a variety of basic looks for women using club cutting, freehand and scissor-over-comb techniques
    • Hair colouring - gain the knowledge and artistic skill of using hair colour to create an effect

  • Future Prospects

    Further your studies with the Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing, or work as a junior in a salon, in television, on cruise ships or as a photographic session stylist.

    You can also earn while you learn with one of our apprenticeship opportunities. Find out more here.

    To find out more visit the National Careers Service.