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Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing

at Solihull College and University Centre, Solihull · university

Level 1Stepping stonesCertificate1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

Our Level 1 VRQ Diploma in Hairdressing is a specialist vocationally related introductory qualification designed for those interested beginning a career in hairdressing with little or no previous experience of working at a salon or barbers. During this course you will study: - Create and maintain retail displays in the salon - Follow health and safety in the salon - Introduction to the Hair and Beauty sector - Presenting a professional image in a salon - Salon reception duties - Working with others in the Hair and Beauty sector - Shampoo and conditioning - Styling men's hair - Styling women's hair - Colour hair using temporary colour - Create a Hair and Beauty image - The art of dressing hair - Hair plaiting Personal - Personal tutor /one to one target setting - Maths and English

What you need to get on

To gain entry to this course you need: - Satisfactory reference - Successful interview

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

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

  • Woodlands Campus

    Auckland Drive, Smith's Wood, B36 0EY

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  • Blossomfield Campus

    Blossomfield Rd, Solihull, B91 1SB

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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Smith's Wood
  • 1 September 2026 · Solihull

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