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Diploma in Hairdressing

at Newcastle College, NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2024see the detail

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma36 weeksFull time

What the college says

This course is aimed at learners seeking a career as an employed and/or self-employed hairdresser / stylist.This qualification is based on the hairdressing National Occupational Standards (NOS) and is recognised by the UK's leading professional body (The Hairdressing Council) as being fit for purpose for preparing learners for a career as a junior hairdresser/stylist.

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at Grade 3 (D) including Maths and English,Level 1 vocational qualification, Level 1 Functional skills qualification in English and Maths or the equivalent is desirable, or Scottish equivalent. A friendly, mature approach and the ability to communicate effectively are essential along with a high level of personal hygiene, personal presentation and awareness of health and safety. Please note that entry requirements and course offer can be subject to change at any time.

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

  • Carlisle College Main Campus

    Victoria Place, Carlisle, CA1 1HS

    DaytimeClassroom based
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