Course overview

Hairdressing Level 2 for school leavers City of Bristol College

This full-time, one-year course will give you the skills, knowledge and personal qualities you need to work as a junior stylist in the UK or overseas. 

When you complete the course, you will be perfectly placed to advance further in your learning and career. 

This course for school leavers aged 16-18. 

Dates and applications

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Hairdressing Level 2 for school leavers College Green Centre
Bristol
Course Code
LGF1850B01-1
Dates
08/09/2025 - 26/06/2026
Duration
1 years
Days
Date/Day(s) Being Finalised
Hours per week
Enquire
Start Time
09:15
Location
College Green Centre
Fee
This course is still in its planning phase; course details - including fee information - are subject to change. In June, course details will be finalised and enrolment will open.
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Hairdressing Level 2 for school leavers SBSA and Construction Centre
Bristol
Course Code
LMF1850B01-1
Dates
08/09/2025 - 24/06/2026
Duration
1 years
Days
Date/Day(s) Being Finalised
Hours per week
9.75
Start Time
09:15
Location
SBSA and Construction Centre
Fee
This course is still in its planning phase; course details - including fee information - are subject to change. In June, course details will be finalised and enrolment will open.
Apply
Course Code Dates Duration Days Hours per week Start Time Location Fee
LGF1850B01-1 08/09/2025 - 26/06/2026 1 years Date/Day(s) Being Finalised Enquire 09:15 College Green Centre
This course is still in its planning phase; course details - including fee information - are subject to change. In June, course details will be finalised and enrolment will open.
Apply
LMF1850B01-1 08/09/2025 - 24/06/2026 1 years Date/Day(s) Being Finalised 9.75 09:15 SBSA and Construction Centre
This course is still in its planning phase; course details - including fee information - are subject to change. In June, course details will be finalised and enrolment will open.
Apply

Additional information

Who is this course for?

This course is for young people aged 16-18, who want to turn their interest in hair design and styling into a creative, practical and sociable career, with lots of opportunities to progress and develop. 

What you'll learn

This course will equip you with the technical skills, professional and product knowledge that you need to work in a wide range of settings in the UK and throughout the world. 

You will learn about all aspects of hairdressing including: 

  • Shampoo and Conditioning 
  • Cutting  
  • Hair Colour Techniques 
  • Blow drying, Setting and Styling 
  • Long Hair Up-styling 
  • Consultation  
  • Health and Safety 

You will also learn about promoting products and services, and you will develop excellent customer care skills so that you can consult and advise clients effectively. 

If you are aged 16-18, and you have not yet gained a grade 4 in GCSE English and Maths, you will also study these subjects at the right level for you for GCSE resits. 

Course entry requirements

4 x GCSEs at 3 or above including maths and/or English or equivalent or a Level 1 qualification in a relevant subject.

We will invite you to a Course information meeting event where you will receive information, advice, and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have. 

 You will provide a copy of your last school report and / or a reference from an employer or relevant professional other. This is to ensure we can support you to be able to achieve well on the course. 

We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish. Talk to us today if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level. 

How is the course delivered and assessed?

This course is taught at college in our industry standard professional hair salons. 

Your teachers have a wealth of professional and teaching experience and excellent links with local employers and industry experts. You will have opportunities to work with real clients and paying customers, gaining assessments required to achieve the qualification.  

You will benefit from our excellent links with local employers and you will have opportunities to put what you learn into practice through work experience throughout the college year. As a student, you will also have the opportunity to attend talks from different industry professionals. 

Future career and study opportunities

After completing this course, you could progress to Full time Hairdressing Level 3 or an apprenticeship where you will be able to progress into a career as a junior stylist with a hair salon. 

Additional costs

You will need to buy a College uniform which costs approx. £23, and your hairdressing kit which costs approximately £165 and £70 for trips and activities.  

If you are on a limited income, you may be eligible to receive help with these costs from our Learner Support Funding Bursary. 

 

 

 

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