Hair Services - Level 2
Summary
This Hair Services course will help you develop a range of hairdressing skills. The course is practical based offering a range of skills such as blow-drying and a variety of hair styling techniques supported by underpinning knowledge for each unit by assignment workshops, theory workshops, functional skills and tutorials.
You will also have the chance to experience work placements in a realistic working environment. Students will have the opportunity to learn their trade in commercial salons using professional resources and equipment.
Next course dates
| Start date | Location | Duration | |
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02 Sep 2026
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Bispham Campus
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1 Year
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Where can this subject lead?
Career progression
On completion of this course, you could progress on to a Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing or Level 2 Diploma in Barbering.
Career Options and Progression
On completion of this course, you could progress on to a Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing or Level 2 Diploma in Barbering.
Key information
Entry Requirements
2 GCSEs at grade 1 or above, along with the following:
- Good communication and dexterity skills
- Keen desire to work with the general public
- Attend an interview
- Hardworking approach towards the industry
Qualification obtained
Certificate in Hair ServicesFees and funding
Courses for learners who are 16-18 years old at the start of their course and resident in the UK are fully funded. You may also be entitled to further financial help to support your studies depending on your personal circumstances. For more details of these, please visit our page on Finance Support for School Leavers.
If you are not a UK resident, we will confirm whether funding is available when we process your application. If not, you may be liable for course fees.
Extra costs and equipment
16 -18 year olds, uniform, tools and equipment are provided for you. Full black shoes and black trousers must be purchased and worn at all times with the uniform top.
All students will need to provide their own stationery, including pens, notepad and an A4 folder. If you need a replacement ID badge, the cost will be £3 (or £8 if incorporated with a bus pass).
Teaching and Learning Methods
Our expert tutors understand that everyone learns in different ways so they use a range of teaching methods to enable everyone to achieve their potential. A key method used is demonstration, which allows you to observe the practical application of skills before having a go yourself.
You will work collaboratively with your peers in group tasks, presentations and practical salon sessions. You will be required to model for your peers as well so you can experience the therapies first hand. You will also be expected to apply these skills to real clients in our working salons.
There will be dedicated individual/self-study time on your course which needs to be supported by your own study outside of College, using online development platforms such as Canvas, our virtual learning environment.
E-learning is a key element of all our programmes and we also use a range of on-line apps to support, enhance and motivate learning. Your tutors will support you with these technologies and also in preparing for exams.
The course is 3-4 days a week for 35 weeks and your tutor will guide you on independent study.
Expert Tutors
All staff involved in the delivery of further education courses within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver. The approval process ensures that staff delivering a given programme are appropriately qualified and, where appropriate, possess relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice.
What will I learn?
Essential skills: English and Maths
All school leavers at B&FC are encouraged to continue developing their English and maths skills as higher ability in both these subjects is linked to long-term career success and increased earning potential - irrespective of how well you performed at GCSE. If, however, you achieve a GCSE Grade 3 or less in either subject, you will also have the opportunity to work towards re-sitting these to enhance your paper-based qualifications. This won’t delay your career journey because you will be undertaking this programme of study at the same time as your chosen subject.
How will I learn?
Expert tutors
All tutors involved in the delivery of courses and apprenticeships within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver.
Our recruitment process ensures that tutors delivering a given programme are suitably qualified and, where appropriate, possess relevant technical and industrial experience and a familiarity with professional practice. The aim of this is to enrich students’ learning experience, giving them an insight into what working in the industry is really like.
Entry Requirements
You will need to pass the Entry 3 BKSB Maths and English tests.
Students should have good communication and dexterity skills and a keen desire to work with the public.
All 16-18 year old applicants will be invited to attend an interview to meet a tutor and ask any questions they may have about the course.
Essential Skills – English and Maths
If you achieve a grade 3 in GCSE Maths or English you will have to work towards re-sitting these subjects as part of your main study programme. At B&FC, this won’t delay your career journey because you’re working towards these subjects at the same time as your chosen subject.
Other Costs and Equipment Needed
16 -18 year olds, uniform, tools and equipment are provided for you. Full black shoes and black trousers must be purchased and worn at all times with the uniform top.
All students will need to provide their own stationery, including pens, notepad and an A4 folder. If you need a replacement ID badge, the cost will be £3 (or £8 if incorporated with a bus pass).
How will I be assessed?
The table below illustrates the units you will cover on this course, along with how they will be assessed.
| Unit title | Exam (online test) | Number of practical assessments | Inferred knowledge |
| 201 Working in the hair industry | ✓ | 1 | ✓ |
| 202 Follow health and safety practice in the salon | ✓ | 1 | ✓ |
| 203 Client consultation for hair services | ✓ | 3 | ✓ |
| 204 Shampoo and condition the hair and scalp | ✓ | 3 | ✓ |
| 209 The art of dressing hair | ✓ | 4 | ✓ |
| 212 Create an image based on a theme within the hair and beauty sector | ✓ | 1 | ✓ |
| 216 Salon Reception Duties | ✓ | 2 | ✓ |
Assessment is continuous and both formative (allowing you to regularly reflect on and improve your performance) and summative (carried out at the end of a learning period). You will need to complete online exams and demonstrate your practical skills, to awarding body standards.
Assessment Methods
The table below illustrates the units you will cover on this course, along with how they will be assessed.
| Unit title | Exam (online test) | Number of practical assessments | Inferred knowledge |
| 201 Working in the hair industry | ✓ | 1 | ✓ |
| 202 Follow health and safety practice in the salon | ✓ | 1 | ✓ |
| 203 Client consultation for hair services | ✓ | 3 | ✓ |
| 204 Shampoo and condition the hair and scalp | ✓ | 3 | ✓ |
| 209 The art of dressing hair | ✓ | 4 | ✓ |
| 212 Create an image based on a theme within the hair and beauty sector | ✓ | 1 | ✓ |
| 216 Salon Reception Duties | ✓ | 2 | ✓ |
Assessment is continuous and both formative (allowing you to regularly reflect on and improve your performance) and summative (carried out at the end of a learning period). You will need to complete online exams and demonstrate your practical skills, to awarding body standards.
Industry Placement and Field Trips
An industry placement is compulsory for 16-18 year-olds, with students spending one day a week on a relevant industry placement. Please note it is your responsibility to find a suitable placement.
A varied enrichment calendar (with optional activities) will be made available at the start of the academic year. The costs will vary according to each activity and will be made available at enrolment.
Qualification Obtained
Certificate in Hair Services
Regulation and Accreditation
Accrediting Institution: N/A
Awarding Body: City and Guilds
Regulatory Body: Ofsted
Terms and Conditions
Read our full terms and conditions for more information.