Hairdressing Level 2 Diploma
at Herefordshire, Ludlow, and North Shropshire College, Hereford · college
What the college says
This Level 2 course allows learners to develop and practise the skills required to provide hairdressing services for all hair types. This covers a range of skills and knowledge such as consulting with clients, shampooing, cutting, styling and finishing, plaiting, as well as various colouring and lightening services.
What you need to get on
A minimum of four GSCEs at grade 3, including English and maths or successful completion of a related Level 1 qualification and good progress with English and maths.
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
Hereford Campus
Folly Lane, Hereford, HR1 1LS
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Hereford
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