Women’s Hairdressing VRQ Diploma Level 2
If you are looking to step onto the ladder of the exciting world of hairdressing then this course is for you! This course will help you to gain and develop the basic skills required to continue your studies, or find work in the hairdressing industry.
It will introduce you to the discipline of a working environment and at the same time allow you to develop your artistic and creative ability. Training and studying with us will give you an opportunity to go as far as your talent will take you.
This course covers a broad range of hairdressing skills and knowledge. It is taught by highly qualified and enthusiastic staff in realistic working environments.
Engaging with employers is also an integral part of this programme – we’ll seek to ensure that you have opportunities to gain real-world experience of your chosen sector.
It will introduce you to the discipline of a working environment and at the same time allow you to develop your artistic and creative ability. Training and studying with us will give you an opportunity to go as far as your talent will take you.
This course covers a broad range of hairdressing skills and knowledge. It is taught by highly qualified and enthusiastic staff in realistic working environments.
Engaging with employers is also an integral part of this programme – we’ll seek to ensure that you have opportunities to gain real-world experience of your chosen sector.
Course Information
Course Type:
16-18
Study Mode:
Full Time
Qualification:
Location:
Deane Road Campus
Course Code:
HD222-YP14
Course Length:
36
Start Date:
September 2026
Subject Area:
SERVICE INDUSTRIES
Overview
If you are looking to step onto the ladder of the exciting world of hairdressing then this course is for you! This course will help you to gain and develop the basic skills required to continue your studies, or find work in the hairdressing industry.
It will introduce you to the discipline of a working environment and at the same time allow you to develop your artistic and creative ability. Training and studying with us will give you an opportunity to go as far as your talent will take you.
This course covers a broad range of hairdressing skills and knowledge. It is taught by highly qualified and enthusiastic staff in realistic working environments.
Engaging with employers is also an integral part of this programme – we’ll seek to ensure that you have opportunities to gain real-world experience of your chosen sector.
It will introduce you to the discipline of a working environment and at the same time allow you to develop your artistic and creative ability. Training and studying with us will give you an opportunity to go as far as your talent will take you.
This course covers a broad range of hairdressing skills and knowledge. It is taught by highly qualified and enthusiastic staff in realistic working environments.
Engaging with employers is also an integral part of this programme – we’ll seek to ensure that you have opportunities to gain real-world experience of your chosen sector.
What You'll Learn
Topics on your Study Programme will include:
• Shampoo and condition
• Cutting techniques
• Colouring hair
• Perming hair
• Hair styling
• Promote retail products and services
• Design and create hairdressing images
• Health and Safety
• Reception Duties
• Client Care
• Shampoo and condition
• Cutting techniques
• Colouring hair
• Perming hair
• Hair styling
• Promote retail products and services
• Design and create hairdressing images
• Health and Safety
• Reception Duties
• Client Care
How Will I Be Assessed?
You will be assessed by practical activities, assignments, tests and log book completion.
Entry Requirements
- A minimum of 4 GCSEs, graded 9-3, including English or Maths
I'm Interested, What Next?
You need to speak to one of our tutors before you can enrol on to this course therefore, please use the 'apply' button on this screen to register your interest. Once we have your details we will send you a text with a link to book a telephone interview. Please be aware that when a tutor calls you our number will appear as unknown/with-held/private.
Future Opportunities
After you have completed the programme, you could progress on to a T level at College or explore the possibility of doing a Higher Apprenticeship (Level 3). Check out opportunities at the University of Bolton by visiting www.bolton.ac.uk
Following further study you could work as a:
• Hairdresser, earning up to £30,000 per year
• Salon Manager, earning up to £30,000 per year
• Image Consultant, earning up to £40,000 per year
Following further study you could work as a:
• Hairdresser, earning up to £30,000 per year
• Salon Manager, earning up to £30,000 per year
• Image Consultant, earning up to £40,000 per year
Anything Else I Need to Know?
A uniform is to be worn when in college.
How to Apply?
Click the ‘Apply’ button on this page.
You’ll be asked to set up a Learner Hub account so that you can track your application.
If you have any difficulties setting up your Learner Hub account, please email admissions@boltoncc.ac.uk
You’ll be asked to set up a Learner Hub account so that you can track your application.
If you have any difficulties setting up your Learner Hub account, please email admissions@boltoncc.ac.uk
Open Events
Open Events are your chance to experience Bolton College first-hand.
Register for one of the events below to chat to tutors, explore our facilities, and find out more about our amazing courses.
Visit boltoncollege.ac.uk/events to find an event and register.
Register for one of the events below to chat to tutors, explore our facilities, and find out more about our amazing courses.
- Wednesday 15th October 2025, 5pm-7pm
- Tuesday 18th November 2025, 5pm-7pm
- Monday 15th December 2025, 5pm-7pm
- Wednesday 9th February 2026, 5pm-7pm
- Thursday 12th March 2026, 5pm-7pm
- Tuesday 12th May 2026, 5pm-7pm
- Thursday 18th June 2026, 5pm-7pm
- Walk In Day, Thursday 2nd July 2026, 9am-4pm
Visit boltoncollege.ac.uk/events to find an event and register.
Enrichment
Sitting a job interview, writing a personal statement, applying for university - taking part in our enrichment programme will give you a CV to wow in all of these situations! You’ll benefit from departmental and cross-college enrichment with:
As well as giving you essential professional and technical skills, you’ll demonstrate that you’re a successful and well-rounded person, helping you to make a lasting impression.
We want you to have fun, so we also have plenty of leisure and sporting activities for you to enjoy, improving your health and wellbeing
- Inspiring trips and experiences
- Meetings with industry experts
- Visits to leading companies in your sector
As well as giving you essential professional and technical skills, you’ll demonstrate that you’re a successful and well-rounded person, helping you to make a lasting impression.
We want you to have fun, so we also have plenty of leisure and sporting activities for you to enjoy, improving your health and wellbeing
Why Choose Us?
We’re an elite College, and part of the University of Bolton Group, offering you a gateway to all of Greater Manchester’s vast range of fantastic opportunities for specialist careers, university degree courses and higher Apprenticeships.
We’ll reward your achievements with trips to The Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre and the opportunity to apply for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Our £75 million campus offers a refurbished fitness suite and sports hall; Apple Mac suites; libraries, a lecture theatre; hair and beauty salon; and a restaurant, café and canteen.
You’ll also enjoy a wide range of events, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.
You may qualify for a college bursary or financial support from Leverhulme Trade Charities Trust (LTCT), access more information here: LTCT Financial Support
We’ll reward your achievements with trips to The Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre and the opportunity to apply for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Our £75 million campus offers a refurbished fitness suite and sports hall; Apple Mac suites; libraries, a lecture theatre; hair and beauty salon; and a restaurant, café and canteen.
You’ll also enjoy a wide range of events, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.
You may qualify for a college bursary or financial support from Leverhulme Trade Charities Trust (LTCT), access more information here: LTCT Financial Support
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