Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing for 19 years+

Further Details
Course Code
LP01579
Location
Yale
Duration
Full Time, This is a 1 year full time course.
Some evening sessions will be required.

Department
Beauty, Spa & Complementary Therapies, Hairdressing & Barbering
Start Date
03 Sep 2027
End Date
17 Jun 2028

Course Overview

Your Journey to Becoming a Hairdressing Professional Starts Here!

Are you aged 19 or over and dreaming of a dynamic career in hairdressing? This VTCT NVQ Level 2 Diploma is designed to give you all the essential skills and knowledge you need to become a successful Junior Hairdresser or Hairstylist. Get ready to unlock your creative potential and step into an exciting industry!

What You'll Learn

This job-ready qualification is based on National Occupational Standards, meaning you'll gain the skills employers are truly looking for. You'll spend three days a week in college, from September to June, with some occasional evening sessions that your tutor will confirm.

You'll master essential techniques, including:

- Styling and dressing hair
- Colouring and lightening hair
- Client consultation
- Shampooing and conditioning hair
- In addition to these core skills, you'll explore a selection of optional units chosen at the beginning of the academic year, tailoring your learning to
industry needs.

The Level 2 Hairdressing qualification includes the following mandatory course components:

● Essential Skills Wales training and assessments
● Development of Welsh language skills
● Development of literacy and numeracy.
Applying from a school in Wales: 4 GCSEs at grade D or above, to include: English Language and Literature, or Cymraeg Language and Literature (First Language) (Single or Double Award) and Mathematics and Numeracy (Double Award).

Applying from a school in England: 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, to include: English Language and Mathematics.

OR Successful completion of a relevant Level 1 programme which must include achievement of numeracy and literacy.

Progressing Learners (already at the College): Successful completion of a relevant Level 1 programme, plus appropriate qualifications in Communication and Numeracy, or their GCSE equivalent.

At Coleg Cambria we would encourage you to do the very best that you can in your exams. The better your grades the more options you will have, and may result in you gaining entry onto a higher level course.

Applicants should be 19+ to study this course.

Coursework is by continuous assessment through practical observation, assignments and exams.
On successful completion of this course, learners are able to progress to the Level 3 Hairdressing or Level 3 Beauty Therapy course, or a Modern Apprenticeship in Hairdressing.
Some courses may require kit/uniform to be purchased. Please see attached kit list for further information.
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Kit List

Ready to begin your journey?

Our Open Days

Our Open Days are your chance to explore the College and find out about the range of courses we offer.

Wales Butchery Conference 2026
27/10/2026

Start - 10:00

Finish - 15:00

November Open Event – Deeside & Deeside Sixth
12/11/2026

Start - 17:30

Finish - 20:00

November Open Event – Llysfasi
07/11/2026

Start - 10:00

Finish - 13:00

November Open Event – Bersham Road
19/11/2026

Start - 17:30

Finish - 20:00

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