Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Guildford. Classes run at Activate Learning Guildford, full-time during the day. You'll need a Level 2 Hairdressing Diploma or equivalent, plus GCSE English at grade 4 or above, to join. Over one year, you'll develop advanced skills in creative cutting, colouring, colour correction, perming, and hair extensions. This City and Guilds level 3 hairdressing qualification is a strong foundation for working as a professional hairdresser.
Who this course is for
Topics include: creative colouring, colour correction, consultation, creative cutting of women’s hair, create design skills, perm hair to create a variety of looks and hair extensions. All 16-19 year olds on full-time programmes will be required to retake GCSE English and Maths or to undertake Functional Skills, if they have not already attained the equivalent of a GCSE grade C in these subjects, every year of their course, until they complete their studies. All those employed as hairdressers require a wide range of further skills for the progression to management and training of staff. The College has a vibrant hairdressing salon open to the public. This course provides the opportunity to develop your creative skills, further your understanding of fashion and photography.. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk
Entry requirements
You need to have a Hairdressing Level 2 Diploma or equivalent, plus English Language at GCSE at grade 4 or above. Working towards Grade 4 in Maths. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk
What you will learn
You'll develop creative cutting techniques for women's hair.
You'll carry out colour correction and creative colouring services.
You'll conduct professional client consultations.
You'll apply perming techniques to create a variety of looks.
You'll fit and style hair extensions.
You'll build design skills to create and adapt hair looks.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom and salon environment at Activate Learning Guildford. Learning is hands-on, combining practical skills with underpinning knowledge. Assessment includes practical observations, written assignments, and portfolio evidence. If you're aged 16 to 19 and haven't yet achieved GCSE grade 4 in English and Maths, you'll also study towards those qualifications alongside your hairdressing course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Activate Learning Guildford will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a salon setting.
Colourist: specialist role focusing on colour and correction services.
Session stylist: freelance work for fashion, TV, and editorial shoots.
Salon manager: progress into managing a team and salon operations.
Self-employed hairdresser: run your own mobile or chair-rental business.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: if you want to work toward a CSCS-equivalent card or demonstrate competence in employment.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you'd like to teach hairdressing in a college or training centre.
Barbering qualifications: broaden your skills to include men's cutting and styling services.
