Women’s and Men’s Hairdressing Level 2 - Fast Track (Adults) - January 2026

Course content

This course is designed for those who wish to learn the art of hairdressing and barbering and want to discover how to recreate styles seen on the catwalk and on your favourite celebrities. During the course, you will learn, practice and perform on paying clients in our exceptional hair salons. All learners will be encouraged to use their own initiative and work more independently, whilst building their confidence and communication skills. You will be working to industry standards.

You'll be taught by our highly skilled team of professional Hairdressing staff in specialist classrooms at East Ham campus. Practical assessments take place throughout the year on paying clients. During the course, you will produce a portfolio of evidence containing both practical and theory work.

Work experience

As part of the programme you will conduct a work placement in a hair salon. This will allow you to apply your theoretical knowledge into a practical work setting.

Enrichment activities

A range of Enrichment activities are incorporated within the programme including lectures by guest speakers from leading stylists and salon managers and visits to various industry leaders, trade events or seminars.

You will have an opportunity to participate in internal and external events where you will be able to showcase your skills.

You will take part in our end of year event where you will be given the opportunity to use your creative design skills complete a look for the catwalk.

I-Learning sessions

This is additional time embedded in your programme for your study to promote independent learning. This time is used to work through assignments, complete homework activities and conduct wider reading and research.

Personal Learning Plan sessions

A course tutor will be allocated to you on the programme. Your course tutor will be working with you to set realistic targets that will enable you to achieve your goals. Your targets will be monitored weekly by your tutor and yourself and actions plans and support put in place to assist you in achieving your targets.