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Hairdressing Level 2

at Derwentside College, Consett · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma36 weeksFull timeFree

What the college says

The aim of the course is to prepare you for industry, teaching you the basic skills needed to work in a hairdressing salon-performing cutting, colouring and styling services.

What you need to get on

You must have achieved 3 GCSE'S 9-3 (A-D) including English. If you do not have your English, then you will need to complete an initial assessment or Diploma in Hairdressing 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

  • DERWENTSIDE COLLEGE

    Consett Campus Front Street, Consett, DH8 5EE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Consett

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