Women's Hairdressing Level 2
at The Bournemouth and Poole College, Poole · college
What the college says
Level 2 is the minimum required by the industry to work as a junior stylist. On the programme you will also study GCSE English and/or Maths and also participate in work experience.
What you need to get on
You will require a minimum of 4 GCSEs including English and Maths Grades 9-4 (formerly A*-D) preferably also including a Combined Science qualification. Alternatively successful completion of a relevant Level 1 vocational qualification and Level 1 Functional Skill in English and Maths. We will accept students on the course with a Level 3 GCSE in English or Maths, but they will need to attain a Grade 4 or higher in the duration of the course. In addition to the qualifications,
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
Bournemouth Campus
The Lansdowne Meyrick Road, Bournemouth, BH1 3JJ
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Start dates
- 2 September 2026 · Bournemouth
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