- Entry Requirements
Apprentices must complete, or have previously completed recognised English and Mathematics Level 1 qualifications and aspire to achieve English and Mathematics Level 2 qualifications during the apprenticeship.
Potential students will be required to attend an interview and complete a skills test prior to enrolment.
- What will I learn?
Hairdressing apprentices will be able to shampoo and condition hair, cut hair using a range of techniques, perm hair, style and finish hair to create variety of looks, and colour and lighten hair for ladies and men.
Apprentices must be able to work with all hair types ranging from straight hair to very curly, wiry hair. They also need to be able to carry out consultations with clients, demonstrate the professionalism, values, behaviours, communication skills and safe working practices associated with their role and be able to work without supervision to a high level of precision, with exceptional client care skills.
- Additional Information All apprentices must be employed in a relevant area to their apprenticeship. Apprenticeships are mostly delivered in the workplace. Some qualifications involve classroom delivery and this can take place at College or on employer premises. The College offers a range of day release, block release and 1:1 tuition options to suit the needs of employers and Apprentices alike. Your trainer, who will support you through your apprenticeship, will visit you in the workplace every 4 to 6 weeks. Once you have completed your online application you will receive an invite to interview. Once you have received an offer you will be invited to attend an induction session at the College which will be followed up with a visit with your employer. When your enrolment has been completed, your delivery and assessment can commence.
- Progression
Apprentices may have the opportunity to progress onto further training and complete their level 3 apprenticeship and progress in their workplace.
- How am I assessed?
Apprentices will be supported in the workplace by experienced and competent trainers. All apprentices must complete 20% off-the-job training through a range of learning methods including college sessions. You will be assessed by written assignments, completing a small scale project and an End Point Assessment which will include a multiple choice test, a presentation and professional discussion.
Level 2 Hairdressing Apprenticeship
Start your career in hairdressing while gaining real experience in a salon environment.
You’ll learn how to cut, colour and style hair for a range of clients, developing the technical skills and professionalism needed to succeed in the industry. Working alongside experienced stylists, you’ll build confidence, deliver excellent client care and train towards your qualification through a mix of workplace learning and college-based study.
Progression opportunities include moving on to a Level 3 apprenticeship and advancing your career.
Course Information
- Course Type Apprenticeships
- Study Mode Work Based
- Course Code WST2HAIR
- Start Flexible Start from September 2026
- Length 104 weeks
- Level Level 2
- Campus
Aylesbury
