School leaver

Start Date: Duration: Level: Study mode: Course Location: Course Type:
September 1 Year Level 2 Full-Time City Campus Full-time Vocational Apply Enquire

What’s it all about?

This is for those looking to commence a career in the hairdressing industry UK or nationally or for those wishing to progress from Level 1 in a related subject area.

You will need 2 GCSE's at grade 3-9 including English Language. Or Hairdressing level 1

Study level Cost Additional fees
19+ please enquire You will need to provide your own stationery. You will be given the opportunity to take part in trips and visits.

Assessment is undertaken through observed practical tasks within our training/commercial salons. You will practice techniques on other students in the class.

English and Maths are important life skills that will help you to achieve your best in your studies and progress to your dream career. If you have not already achieved grade 9-4 in GCSE Maths and/ or English at school, we will support you to improve your skill

Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm. Days and times of study are subject to change. Timetables are confirmed at the start of term.

What’s next?

You could progress onto Level 3 Hairdressing.

Career opportunities include: employment in a hairdressing salon, working on a Cruise liner, ppening your own business or teaching hairdressing. (Progression to Level 3 will require you to have excellent attendance, behaviour and timekeeping.)

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