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Level 3 Diploma in Womens Hairdressing

Course Overview

Course Type:

Part Time

Available at:

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Course Area:

Hair & Beauty

Course Duration:

1 Year

Available at:

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The Course in Detail

This Level 3 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing builds on your existing skills to develop advanced technical expertise in cutting, colouring, styling and client consultation. You will gain hands-on experience working with a variety of techniques used in professional salons, while enhancing your understanding of health and safety, customer service and product knowledge.

The course prepares you for a range of career opportunities in the hairdressing industry, from salon stylist to freelance or self-employed roles.

During the course you will cover the following units:

  • Monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon
  • Hairdressing consultation support for colleagues
  • Colour hair to create a variety of looks
  • Cut women’s hair to create a variety of looks
  • Style and dress hair using a variety of techniques
  • Promote and sell products and services to clients
  • Bridal hairstyling
  • Hair colour correction

The qualification includes all the required elements to work effectively as an advanced hairdresser

Great news — your course might be free!

If you’re aged 19 or over, you could be eligible for funding in many cases, that means you won’t have to pay the full cost of your course, or anything at all.
Depending on your personal circumstances, such as your income, employment status or previous qualifications, there are a range of options available.

To find out more information, explore our course fees and funding.

Important Notice

A place on your chosen course is not confirmed until enrolment is complete, and any relevant fees are paid. Adult course times, dates, durations and fees may be subject to change, and courses may be cancelled if minimum numbers are not met.

Entry Requirements & Progression

What You'll Need

Level 2 in hairdressing or previous experience

Completion of a trade test

This Could Lead to

On successful completion of this course, you could progress into employment within a professional salon, work as a freelance or self-employed hairdresser, or continue developing your skills through further specialist training.

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Availability & Enrolment

Availability

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College Life & Student Support Services

College is not just about your course – it’s an opportunity to have fun, meet new people and explore your interests! You can socialise with friends in the café and comfy seating areas, join a club or sports team or attend exciting events around the college. Many of our enrichment opportunities are also great on your CV or UCAS application to demonstrate your commitment and enthusiasm outside of your studies.

Your time at college can also be affected by life or health difficulties, and it’s okay to need support. Our specialist teams are here every day to listen and give advice, whether it’s about career planning, financial support, mental health, or something else. And if you have a long-term support need or medical condition, we’ll work with you on personalised learning support to help you achieve your full potential.

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