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Dip Ladies Hairdressing L2

at MidKent College, Gillingham · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This is a vocational qualification and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a hairdresser/stylist including the mandatory units which include, working in the hair industry, health and safety, client consultation, shampoo and conditioning hair, cutting womens hair and the art of dressing hair, colouring and lightening hair, display and promote stock and services, crate an image. You will learn through theory and practical sessions and you will undertake written and practical exams. Working on external clientele to complete your practical assessments You will need to purchase a uniform which has been selected as the Hairdressing college uniform, this will be available at a discounted price and ordered directly from our uniform partners. You will also need to purchase a black pair of trousers and a pair of black closed in shoes. All MidKent College students will continue studying English and maths until they are 19, or until they have achieved a Grade C/4. Your study programme will incorporate a work placement of up to 350 hours in a role relevant to your study. All students will have access to a Personal Tutor to support their personal and professional development.

What you need to get on

Four GCSEs at grade 1 or above, this has to including English and maths at grade 1 or above.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Medway Campus

    Medway Road, Gillingham, ME7 1FN

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  • Maidstone Campus

    Tonbridge Road, Maidstone, ME16 8AQ

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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Gillingham
  • 7 September 2026 · Maidstone

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