Level 2 Hairdressing
at Tameside College, Ashton-Under-Lyne · college
What the college says
Take Your Hairdressing Skills to the Next Level! Are you ready to dive deeper into the world of hairdressing and refine your skills? Our Level 2 Hairdressing course will give you the advanced knowledge and hands-on experience you need to become a confident, creative professional in the hair industry. This full-time, immersive programme offers you the perfect blend of practical skills and theory, all while working in a real, high-street commercial salon. Youll get to put your learning into action with paying clients, building your expertise and preparing you for a successful career in hairdressing.
What you need to get on
� Level 1 Hairdressing: You must have successfully completed the Level 1 Certificate in Hairdressing and Barbering or an equivalent qualification. � Maths & English: If you dont have a Grade 4 in Maths and English, youll need to re-sit these alongside your course.
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
Tameside One
Wellington Road, Ashton-Under-Lyne, OL6 6BL
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Ashton-Under-Lyne
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