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Hairdressing Level 2

at Suffolk New College, Ipswich · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

On this study programme, you will be taught in a real working environment, learning in The Zone’s professionally run commercial salons, where you will implement services to develop your skills in women’s and men’s hairdressing. You can learn outside the College as well, gaining inspiration and knowledge from going on annual trade show trip, work placement and show your own innovation and skill by participating in our dynamic Annual Creative Hair Show.

What you need to get on

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 including maths and English Language, or a Level 1 qualification plus maths and English Language at Level 1.

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

  • Suffolk New College

    100 Rope Walk, Ipswich, IP4 1LT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 14 September 2026 · Ipswich

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