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Dip Ladies Hairdressing L2

MidKent College

Medway Road, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 1FN

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 2
Health, Public Services and Care

Available start dates

Available start dates

Monday, 07 September 2026
Starts at the start of the academicyear
MidKent College Maidstone Campus
1 Year(s)
Full time

Application Instructions

Applications Open - Wednesday, 5 November 2025

Applications Close - Open all year

How to Apply - Apply through KentChoices

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

Course Summary

This is a vocational qualification and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a hairdresser/stylist including the mandatory units which include, working in the hair industry, health and safety, client consultation, shampoo and conditioning hair, cutting women's hair and the art of dressing hair, colouring and lightening hair, display and promote stock and services, crate an image. You will learn through theory and practical sessions and you will undertake written and practical exams. Working on external clientele to complete your practical assessments

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs at grade C/4 or above,this has to including English or maths at grade C/4 or above.

Your next steps...

Whilst this qualification's primary purpose is to prepare you for employment, you may choose to further develop your skill base by undertaking specialist qualifications at Level 3, including: - VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing - VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing - VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing Studies Successful students may progress onto a Level 3 course or into employment in the hair design industry. Some may also take up an apprenticeship providing they find appropriate employment in a salon.

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