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Woman and Men's Hairdressing - Diploma

at The Canterbury Academy, Canterbury · school or sixth form

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma540 hoursFull time

What the college says

Students cover all the technical and non technical units to achieve a Level 2 qualification, for example, Cutting, Colouring, Styling, Permanent Waving, and Consultation. Students complete assessments and assignments to enhance their knowledge for all units and work within the school's salon called 'Education Cuts' working on clients. Students undertake work experience in one of Canterbury's salons. The aims of this qualification are to encourage students to: Stimulate and develop an enjoyment of hairdressing. Develop and demonstrate skills, including practical and research skills. Develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other. Appreciate how the subject develops and how combining training in house and work experience can increase employability. Recognise the value of training and forging links with industry

What you need to get on

Students must have a passion for hairdressing. Due to the written component of the course, students are required to have a reasonable Level 2 standard of written English. If a student has been on a pre 16 course, an interview is required to discuss previous achievements and attitude.

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

  • The Canterbury Academy

    Knight Avenue, Canterbury, CT2 8QA

    EveningClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Canterbury

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