The entry qualifications for the Level 2 Hairdressing Diploma are a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 3 or above (Old GCSE grade C or above) including Maths and English. Along with a completed a Level 1 Hairdressing qualification, although this is not essential.

If you have a Grade 2 or below in English or maths, you can study towards either a PASS in Functional Skills Level 2 or a GCSE grade 4-9. Once you have achieved either qualification, you will not be required to undertake any further English or maths.

Full time 16-19 learner with a Grade 3, must study towards a GCSE grade 4-9.

Progression to Level 2 is dependent on minimum of 90% attendance, Successful completion of a Hairdressing Level 1 qualification if appropriate, satisfactory report from all tutors, acceptable behaviour and attitude, ability to progress, ability to meet deadlines and successful selection at interview.

The Hairdressing Diploma will take you 1 year to complete. You will attend college at our Boston (Rochford) Campus for a minmum of 4 days per week, 9:00am – 4:30pm.

The minimum course attendance requirement set by the college is 90%.

The Hairdressing Diploma is free, if you are under the age of 19 on 31 August of the year you start the course.

If you are aged 19+, this course will cost £1500.

Fee remission may apply depending on personal circumstances, please enquire with the Registry Department for further information on 01205 365701 or email your query to fees@boston.ac.uk.

Please note that all fees are subject to change.

The Hairdressing Diploma is based on an assessment structure, therefore you will be continually assessed throughout the course. Assessment will cover practical assessments, written assignments, oral questioning and online tests, which will generate a portfolio of evidence.

Successful completion of the Hairdressing Diploma should enable you to apply for the following - general employment in hairdressing salons, mobile hairdresser, salon owner.

You will also be able to apply for a place on the Level 3 Hairdressing course, full time or an Apprenticeship.

Additional costs include purchasing a basic hairdressing equipment kit (£180 approx.) which will include everything needed for practical lessons.

Tunic overalls are compulsory, you will be provided with an order form during induction (£46 approx.).

Barbering head (£30 approx.).

You will need lever arch A4 folders, dividers, plastic wallets and general stationery.