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If you’re passionate about style and curious about the hair and beauty industry, this course is the perfect starting
point. Our Level 1 Hair and Beauty programme introduces you to both worlds—giving you hands-on experience with
shampooing, styling, basic cutting, skincare, makeup, and nail treatments. You'll also build con昀椀dence in working with
clients and learn the essentials of professional salon practice. This course is ideal if you're still deciding your future
direction and want to develop a broad foundation in a supportive, creative environment.
Hairdressing Level 2
Take your next step into the world of professional hairdressing with our Level 2 Diploma course. You’ll develop salonready skills in precision cutting, colouring, styling, and 昀椀nishing techniques, while building your knowledge of client care,
product use, and health and safety. Training takes place in our fully equipped, industry-standard salons, giving you the
chance to work with real clients and prepare for a fast-paced, exciting career.
Hairdressing
Hair and Beauty Level 1
Whether you’re aiming to work in a high-street salon, freelance, or progress to Level 3 specialisms, this course will give
you the skills and con昀椀dence to thrive in the hair industry.
Hairdressing – Level 3 Colour Technician
Take your hairdressing skills to the next level with this specialist course focused on advanced colouring techniques.
Designed for those with a strong foundation in hairdressing, this Level 3 quali昀椀cation is perfect if you want to master the
art of colour and work con昀椀dently as a professional colour technician.
You’ll learn a wide range of creative and technical skills, including balayage, lightening, colour correction, and advanced
application methods—all while maintaining hair condition and client satisfaction. The course also sharpens your
consultation, communication, and product knowledge, preparing you to work independently in a fast-paced salon
environment.
Whether you're aiming for a salon role, freelance work, or further specialist training, this course gives you the creative
edge and technical con昀椀dence to succeed in the dynamic world of professional hair colour.
Real Salon Experience
All of our hairdressing learners bene昀椀t from placement experience in a professional working salon, giving them a real
insight into the demands and rewards of the industry. This hands-on learning is key to developing con昀椀dence, speed, and
client-handling skills—all essential for success in today’s fast-paced salon environment. Working alongside experienced
stylists helps learners build professional habits, improve their communication, and gain valuable
feedback in live settings. It’s the perfect way to bridge the gap between college training and industry expectations,
helping you stand out to future employers.
Level
Course Title
Entry requirements
Duration
Level 1
Hairdressing
No formal requirements for entry to this course
1 year
Level 2
Hairdressing
Four GCSEs at grade 2/3 (or equivalent), including
English, maths.
1 year
Level 3
Hairdressing for Colour Technicians
Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above (or equivalent),
including English or maths.
2 years
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