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Hair Professional Level 2

at Wirral Metropolitan College, Birkenhead · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFlexible

What the college says

If you want to gain employment in this exciting industry this course will provide you with basic skills in ladies hairdressing. You will spend most of your week in our hairdressing salons working on models and clients and on completion you may be able to progress to Level 3 Hairdressing.

What you need to get on

You will need 4 GCSE's at Grade 3/D or above. One of the 4 GCSE's to be Maths or English at Grade 3/D (or Functional Skill level 1) to study at this level. If you have a beginner/Introductory qualification in the subject you want to study and a maths or English GCSE at Grade 3/D (or Functional Skill level 1) you can study at this level. Entry requirements for Level 2 courses in some sectors may be more specific. If you're unsure whether you meet these requirements, don't worry – we ca

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

  • Conway Park

    Europa Boulevard, Birkenhead, CH41 4NT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Birkenhead

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