Women's Hairdressing Level 2 Diploma
at Wigan and Leigh College, Wigan · college
What the college says
Underpinning this qualification you will develop a sound knowledge of Health and Safety practice, Anatomy and Physiology. You will also develop knowledge and understanding of the practical skills learned throughout this qualification. The purpose of this qualification is to develop your skills in hairdressing to a high level of occupational ability, to enable you to perform your own basic salon services.
What you need to get on
A minimum of 5 GCSEs graded 9-3 including English or maths.
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
Wigan Campus
Parson's Walk, Wigan, WN1 1RS
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Wigan
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