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Diploma in Hair and Media Make-Up

at The Manchester College, Manchester · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

The Diploma in Hair and Media Make-up is a qualification that has been specifically designed to enable you to learn both aspects of hairdressing and media make-up. This qualification will provide you with all the skills and techniques covering the following units;- Health and safety practice in the salon Client care and communication in beauty related industries Applying make-up The art of photographic make-up The art of dressing hair Create an image based on a theme within the hair and beauty sector Body art design Client consultation for hair services Cut women’s hair Plaiting and twisting hair Shampoo and condition the hair and scalp Make and style a hair addition

What you need to get on

The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.

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

  • Harpurhey Campus

    Harpurhey Campus Rochdale Road, Manchester, M9 4AF

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  • Wythenshawe Campus

    Wythenshawe Campus Brownley Road, Manchester, M22 9TG

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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Manchester
  • 7 September 2026 · Manchester

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