Level 2 Certificate in Ladies Hairdressing (16-18 years)

4 x GCSE's at 3/4 or above, or a Level 1 Diploma in a relevant subject.

Learners must have achieved L1 Numeracy L2 English.

We will invite you to a Meet the Tutor event where you will receive information, advice, and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

You will provide a copy of your last school report and/or a reference from an employer or relevant professional other to include attendance. This is to ensure we can support to be able to achieve well on the course. Applicants with 85% or below attendance will have been deemed not to have met this criteria. All applicants are given an opportunity to discuss any evidence based mitigating circumstances that may have affected the reference/school report.

We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish. Talk to us today if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level.

This qualification is an intermediate level, where some experience is developing skills may still be required. In order to develop a wider skill set, we recommend progressing onto a Level 2 Barbering certificate which would widen your career choices before undertaking a Level 3 Hairdressing or Barbering qualification. A clear disciplinary record is required. This qualification could also lead you to an apprentice as a Hair Professional.

There are lots of opportunities available to you to progress across the South Thames Colleges Group and into the world beyond education.

During your time with us you will have access to a dedicated team of careers and education advisors who will help you as you take the next steps towards achieving your goals.

One year, up to 3-4 days a week in College.

To ensure students develop the professional standards and industry-ready skills required for employment, work experience in a commercial salon or barbershop is a mandatory component of all Hairdressing and Barbering courses.

Students progressing to the next level must have secured and actively engaged in relevant work experience. This is a non-negotiable requirement for successful course completion and progression.

Work experience provides essential real-world exposure, enabling students to apply practical skills, build client confidence, and understand industry expectations. Students are expected to secure a placement, attend consistently, demonstrate professional conduct and reflect on their development. Support will be provided by the college to help students secure appropriate placements.

All learners will receive tutorial guidance and are set personal targets to ensure satisfactory progress on the course. Learners will need to purchase their own kit for practical lessons.

Assessment will be continuous and students are required to demonstrate competency in a variety of tasks.