How to Apply
Log in
Apprenticeship, College 16+, Employer
Level 2
Apprenticeship!College 16+!Employer
Hair, Beauty and Barbering

Hair Professionals (Hairdressing) Apprenticeship Level 2 (In-Year Start)

This apprenticeship is a great starting point if you want to join the hairdressing profession.
Join this course
Double right purple arrows
  • Attendance - Full-time
  • Duration - 24 months
  • Start Date - September
  • Where - Huddersfield Centre
Facebook-f Instagram Youtube Tiktok tiktok

COURSE

OVERVIEW

*Please note: We can only accept applications from individuals who have already completed Year 11 (or equivalent), as this course begins before September 2026. If you have not yet finished Year 11, please apply for September 2026 entry instead. The hairdressing industry continues to grow, with an apprenticeship a popular route to employment. Your apprenticeship will involve a minimum of 30 hours working in a salon and one day a week at college. As an apprentice hairdresser, you will be expected to develop excellent communication skills and a commitment to providing high levels of customer care.
You will learn to shampoo and condition hair. Your scissor skills will develop by cutting hair using a range of techniques. It is important that you know how to style and finish hair to create a variety of looks. Hairdressers need to accommodate all hair types ranging from straight hair to very curly, wiry hair and you will learn to adapt to your client’s hair type.
As part of your apprenticeship, you will also learn how to colour and lighten hair and the importance of using chemicals safely. Depending on your salon, you will also get the opportunity to look at perming hair, hair relaxing treatments and techniques and hair extension services. All apprentices are taught safe working practices and health and safety modules.
By the end of your apprenticeship, you also need to be able to carry out consultations with clients and demonstrate the professionalism, values and behaviours associated with your role. You should be able to work without supervision to a high level of precision with exceptional client care skills. Students will practice on real clients and may also practice treatments on other students on the same course at Kirklees College.
purple dark version right arrow
If this is the course you are looking for you can join
directly by selecting below
Apply Now
Still need help with joining this course?
Need Help
purple dark version right arrow
lda-hide-empty
GCSE English and maths grade 2 or above. To start your apprenticeship you must have secured employment that the college has agreed is suitable.
All apprenticeships are assessed via an end point assessment. This takes place once you have completed all units of your apprenticeship. Your end point assessment will be made up of professional discussion, completion of a practical test, a work place observation and an online multiple-choice assessment.
Level 3 Hair Professionals Diploma (Hairdressing) apprenticeship Level 3 Hairdressing (full-time or part-time) Employment
The hair industry continues to grow. On completion of your apprenticeship you would be able to work as junior stylist in a salon or work for yourself.

WHAT CAREER PATHWAYS CAN THIS COURSE LEAD TO

Wide range of jobs in this industry

Excellent choice of employers in this industry

Qualifications & levels explained

There is a wide range of qualifications and levels available, but not all of them may be right for you. If you’re not sure what qualification type or level you should be searching for, take a look at our qualifications explained.

Show more results

Find the perfect career

We can help you find that perfect career even if you’re not sure what it is yet! At Kirklees College, our mission is to make you as successful as you can be, from finding the right career to gaining the right skills.

WE SUPPORT ALL OUR STUDENTS

Financial Support

SEND

Supporting You

Exam Support

Career & Employment

Staff Login
Student Login
Facebook-f Instagram Youtube Tiktok