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Women's Hairdressing Level 2

at The Bournemouth and Poole College, Poole · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

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

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Bournemouth

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