Hairdressing Level 2 (Part Time)
Start Date: 8th September 2026
- Length 34 Weeks
- Study Part Time
- Location West Lancashire College
- Price £762
More about the course
Our Level 2 part-time Hairdressing course aims to provide students with a range of essential practice skills and knowledge, which will ultimately help you to seek employment or further training.
Entry requirements
Students must be able to work effectively with others and be willing to carry out and receive all treatments. All students must display a positive attitude, be prepared to work as part of a team and have excellent attendance.
West Lancashire College will also accept credits previously gained through the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).
What will I achieve?
If you successfully complete this course, you will receive a Level 2 Certificate in Hairdressing (VTCT).
What will I learn?
- Reception in retail
- Consultation and diagnosis
- Shampoo and condition
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Cutting hair
- Style dress and finish hair
- Colour
- Function skills
- Retail promotions
How am I assessed?
- Practical observation
- Oral questioning
- Case studies
- Written essential knowledge papers
- Photographic evidence
Where can I progress?
This is a nationally recognised qualification. Students who successfully complete Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing may progress to the Level 3 in Hairdressing, or Barbering.
Course costs
If you are 19 or over, please call our Student Services team on 01695 52300 to confirm the fee for this course. Course costs may be subject to change.
If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course, please contact Student Services who can offer advice and assistance on accessing any financial support that may be available.
Contact our team
Meet our Hairdressing students and tutors
Emma Forgie
Hairdressing LecturerI am a passionate, experienced educator with a wealth of knowledge and experience in industry, with Master Colour Expert status. I love being a part of students' success and creativity for the ever-growing industry, as well as helping create hairdressers of the future.
Alison Barford
Hairdressing LecturerI have worked in the hairdressing industry for over 30 years, with 15+ years as a hairdressing educator. I enjoy seeing our students reach their potential and progressing in the hairdressing industry. I also enjoy developing my own skills and passing this on to students. As a lecturer, I ensure students reach their full potential and achieve their hairdressing qualifications by managing and providing an effective learning environment. Students will gain the essential knowledge, skills and confidence to prepare them to work in the hairdressing sector.
Daniel Rawlinson
Barbering LecturerI decided to set into the Barbering industry after a stint of working as a Hairdressing in 2000 as the industry was taking off. I began to work in men's grooming in a well-known Liverpool shop called Voodoo, in their shaving department and it was from there, that I embarked on education. I went to Southport College for my Level 2 and Berry College for my Level 3 in 2009, for 2 years where I completed my assessments. Once I was qualified as a teacher, I was head hunted to work in India and Sri Lanka for various brands. Afterwards, I came to West Lancashire College in 2019 to teach barbering full time here.
Natascha
Hairdressing Alumni StudentI am currently studying the Level 2 Hairdressing course at West Lancashire College, where I am really enjoying learning new skills that I never thought I would have. Both of my tutors, Emma and Alison, have supported me throughout and they have shown me how to conquer my fears and my ‘I can’t do it’ frame of mind. I was selected to take part in a Creative Hair Team within my course and since being in that team, my skills have improved more and more. I am excited to see what my future in the Hairdressing industry looks like.
Maisie
Hairdressing Alumni StudentI chose to study on the Level 2 Hairdressing course as you are able to be creative, whilst you learn. My tutors are very supportive and have helped to me progress, as well as gain confidence in all aspects of the course. At the start of the year, I was selected to be part of the Creative Hair Team and because of that, I’ve seen a big improvement in myself and the hairdressing skills that I have. In the future, after completing Level 3, I would like to work in a salon and eventually have my own business.
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