Hairdressing Level 2, Level 3

Maths and English
To help you secure your dream career, you will also continue developing your maths and English skills alongside your full-time course. If you haven’t achieved GCSE grade 4/C in English and maths at age 16, you will continue to study these through resits or taking Functional Skills at an appropriate level.

How maths will support your career

Ratios are very important, for example when mixing hair dye
Basic addition and subtraction are important in calculating the costs of equipment/products and managing stock.
Percentages are key in working out customer discounts.
Area and perimeter are important when designing and arranging a salon space.
How English will support your career

Accurate spelling and a wide and specialist vocabulary are key in the presentation of hair and beauty products and services.
Good quality speaking and listening skills are needed when communicating with colleagues.
Customer service requires good English skills in speaking and written communication.
Accurate reading is a vital skill when following instructions for hair/beauty products and treatments.
Secure English is important when preparing a CV or business proposal, or when advertising/marketing your business.

Career opportunities
The example roles and salaries below are intended as a guide only.

Hairdresser
Hair stylist
Receptionist
Salon manager
Area manager (retail)
Sales associate

Entry requirements
Level 2 Hairdressing

Ideally, you will require a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 3 (grade D) or above.
School applicants will be required to provide a good school report, which must include attendance.
You should be committed, enthusiastic and have a desire to succeed in the hairdressing industry.

BOOST YOUR SKILLS – Master vital practical skills for working with hair to an advanced level, as well as reception skills and how to work effectively
PRACTICAL APPLICATION – Learn in our training and commercial salons and test your abilities through competition opportunities
WORK PLACEMENT – Put your training into practice in the real world through placement opportunities, thanks to our excellent links with a wide range of salons and spas.