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Level 2 Certificate in Women's Hairdressing

at North Hertfordshire College, Stevenage · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate36 weeksFull time

What the college says

Our hair, beauty and holistic therapy courses include lots of opportunities for you to get hands-on experience of the world of work, including:Work experience with businesses like Champney's, Dermalogica, Aqua-Sana, Centre Parcs and Wella.The opportunity to help run Hart Salon, working with real, paying customersVisits to businesses and major events such as Salon International, Pro Hair Live, Baber UK, Victoria & Albert Museum and Professional Beauty ShowWorkshops including hair extension workshops, Wella London workshop, The Henna Mehadi workshop and Stone Therapy workshop.Course content includes client consultation and health and safety, shampooing and conditioning the hair and scalp, cutting techniques, colouring and lightening the hair, styling and dressing hair, historical influences and customer service.You will hone relevant workplace skills such as building a rapport with others, dealing with clients, wider communication and commercial skills and problem-solving

What you need to get on

NVQ level 1 in hairdressing Relevant industry experience e.g. working as a commercial stylistA successful interview and initial assessment and professional or school reference.

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

  • Hitchin Centre

    Cambridge Road, HITCHIN, SG4 0JD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · HITCHIN

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