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Diploma of Online Hairdressing Course

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878 Students
Updated: Jul 30, 2026

Course Overview

Everything you need to know before you enroll.

Duration

5h0m

Access

Lifetime Access

Level

None

Last Updated

July 30, 2026

Description

Build a Great Career and Create Beautiful Style with Our Online Hairdressing Course!

Working with hair is a great way to earn a good living. UK salons need talented staff to keep up with high daily demand. Over 40,000 beauty salons operate across the country today. By getting our Online Hairdressing Course, you can take on more beauty clients.

If you want to cut hair, style brides, or start a salon, this is for you. Our course makes it simple to learn these key skills right at home.

Why Choose Our Hairdressing Course?

  1. Study from Home
  2. Easy Lessons
  3. Simple English
  4. Instant Access
  5. Get CPD-Certified

Hairdressing course overview

Our Basic Hairdressing Course takes you from a complete beginner to a confident stylist. You might think that learning this online is too hard for you. Do not worry, because the layout is very clear. You learn about sharp scissors, safety rules, and different hair types.

The Hairdresser Course Online gives you the confidence to start your own salon work. It is perfect for anyone wanting to work in UK beauty. You will understand how to wash, cut, and blow-dry hair correctly. Our courses in hairdressing give you a great start in a busy trade. You will feel proud of your new skills.

What you will learn in the online hairdressing course

Our Online Hairdressing Course covers everything from simple scissors to full hair styling. It is a complete guide to working with hair.

  1. Salon reception work and customer care explained.
  2. Basic men's hair cutting methods covered.
  3. Hair styling for different looks described.
  4. Cutting hair for different styles explained.
  5. Hair colouring and lightening methods covered.
  6. Client talks and hair service choices outlined.
  7. Hair and scalp care services explained.
  8. Hair extensions and perming methods described.
  9. Salon money, promotions, and business tasks covered.
  10. Hair colour fixing and creative skills highlighted.

Recommended practice

Like any new trade, you need to practice to get better. We suggest using your skills on family or friends as often as you can. Try cutting a simple bob or styling a clean hair wave. Talk to local hairdressers to see how they do their daily work.

Entry requirements

Our Hairdressing Courses Online are open to everyone. The rules are simple, flexible, and very easy to follow.

  1. Aged 16 or older.
  2. Able to read and understand basic English.
  3. Basic computer skills to look at the learning pages.

Who should take our online hairdressing course?

Our Online Hairdressing Course welcome everyone, especially those looking to start a beauty career:

  1. Beginners who want to learn a useful practical trade.
  2. Hair fans who want to trim hair at home.
  3. Salon assistants who want to get a better-paid job.
  4. People looking to change careers and work with their hands.

Assessment

Do not worry about stressful exams at the end of the Hairdressing Courses. After you finish each topic, you take a quick multiple-choice quiz. You only need 60% to pass the test. If you make a mistake, you can try again as many times as needed.

Career paths

Finishing our Hairdressing Training Online can help you find work in many areas, including:

  1. Salon Stylist
  2. Mobile Hairdresser
  3. Hair Colour Assistant
  4. Blow-Dry Bar Specialist
  5. Freelance Event Stylist

Take control of your future in the hair salon!

Skip the boring office jobs and start an exciting trade instead. Enrol in our Online Hairdressing Course to learn key practical skills.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Do I need any previous experience to join this hairdressing course?

  1. No. The course is suitable for beginners and provides a structured introduction to hairdressing principles, tools, products, and techniques. It can also serve as a refresher for those returning to the trade.

2. Will this course make me a qualified hairdresser?

  1. This course builds your knowledge and skills in hairdressing but does not, by itself, qualify you as a fully certified stylist. Professional qualifications and salon experience may be required for certain roles.

3. Is this course useful if I want to cut family hair?

  1. Yes. The course provides valuable knowledge for simple trims, home styling, and basic care while promoting safe working practices and clean cuts.

4. Are hairdressing skills still in demand in the UK?

  1. Yes. The UK beauty industry continues to experience demand for skilled stylists, particularly in high street salons, mobile hair services, and wedding events.

5. Will I need to buy specialist tools before starting?

  1. No. You do not need to own professional scissors before beginning the course. The course introduces common hairdressing tools and explains their purpose, selection, and safe use.

6. Does the course include health and safety guidance?

  1. Yes. Health and safety is an important part of the course, covering topics such as clean tools, safe chemical mixing, scalp health, and workplace cleanliness.

Course Curriculum

Module 01: Fulfil salon reception duties to_Diploma of Hairdressing

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25 min

Module 02: Cut men's hair using basic techniques

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15 min

Module 03: Creatively style and dress hair

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20 min

Module 04: Creatively cut hair using a combination of techniques

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25 min

Module 05: Creatively colour and lighten hair

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25 min

Module 06: Provide client consultation services

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20 min

Module 07: Provide a variety of relaxing services

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20 min

Module 08: Provide creative hair extension services

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20 min

Module 09: Create a variety of permed effects

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20 min

Module 10: Contribute to the financial effectiveness of the business

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20 min

Module 11: Hair colour correction services

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20 min

Module 12: Develop, enhance and evaluate your creative hairdressing skills

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20 min

Module 13: Provide specialist hair and scalp treatments

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30 min

Module 14: Contribute to the planning, implementation and evaluation of promotional activities

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20 min

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  1. Complete all learning modules
  2. Pass quizzes with at least 60%
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Really smooth to get through. Feels practical, not textbook stuff.

1 year ago

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Ellie Jones

★★★★★

I was after a Teaching Assistant course I could do from home. On CourseCave, I ticked online and part‑time and it showed me a few good options straight away.

1 year ago

Ruby Clarke

Ruby Clarke

★★★★★

I didn’t know whether to do Level 2 or Level 3 admin. The Course Cave blog explained each level in plain English, so I could choose without guessing

1 year ago

Olivia Green

Olivia Green

★★★★☆

I liked the Course Cave showed what each course covers, lesson by lesson. I picked a digital marketing course because I could see all the topics before paying

11 months ago

Josh Atkinson

Josh Atkinson

★★★★☆

The new Course Cave site is much clearer than before. Took me about a minute to go from search to picking a course.

1 year ago

Sophie Patel

Sophie Patel

★★★★★

Brilliant course, honestly. I learnt more in a week than I did in a whole term of self-study after office hours

1 year ago

George Ahmed

George Ahmed

★★★★☆

Really clear, really calm, no nonsense. Perfect if you don’t want anything too fancy, just good teaching.

1 year ago

Amelia Clarke

Amelia Clarke

★★★★★

Fully helpful, I finally understand the basics without feeling confused. Could’ve used a few more real-life examples, but still very good.

1 year ago

Sophie Reed

Sophie Reed

★★★★☆

Their learner support was great and friendly. actually helped me a lot to sort things out when I needed it.

1 year ago

Holly Webster

Holly Webster

★★★★★

Their course topics are so work-friendly. I’d happily take another course here.

9 months ago

Ben Carter

Ben Carter

★★★★★

Spot on. Told me exactly what I needed in plain English.

1 year ago

Jack Turner

Jack Turner

★★★★★

This course explained everything in simple terms, no waffle. Ideal if you’re just starting.

1 year ago

Chloe Marsh

Chloe Marsh

★★★★★

Really smooth to get through. Feels practical, not textbook stuff.

1 year ago

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