L2 Hairdressing

Applications Open - Monday 27 October 2025

Applications Close - Open all year

How to Apply - Please apply through KentChoices and use your KentChoices login which your school should provide.

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

If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact EKC Dover College

You can make up to 5 applications to Colleges within the EKC Group, that is:

• EKC Ashford College
• EKC Broadstairs College
• EKC Canterbury College
• EKC Dover College
• EKC Folkestone College
• EKC Sheppey College

*Junior Colleges exist in these locations.

Please only add one course or T Level per application, except for A Levels at EKC Canterbury College, where up to 4 A Level courses can be added per application. At your interview, you and the tutors can discuss the best level and courses in order for you to progress.

Learn the key skills needed to work as a qualified hairdresser in this course focusing on Women?s Hairdressing.

You will learn the basics of the hair industry, as well as the knowledge needed to start your career in a salon.

Our curriculum covers areas including:

• Client consultation
• Choosing the right shampoo
• Effect of hair products
• Cutting techniques
• Colouring techniques

In our industry standard salons, put your skills into practice on real clients whilst learning from experts in the field.

Assessment will take place through practical observations in our salons, as well as with written work and online tests.

Once you finish your course, you will be ready to start in an entry-level position in the hair and beauty industry. You can also go onto further study in this area, such as a Level 3 qualification, or an Apprenticeship.