Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Barnsley. Evening hairdressing classes run at Barnsley College, so you can fit study around your week. You'll need a Level 2 hairdressing certificate to join. The course builds advanced skills in cutting, colour correction, dressing long hair, and perming. You'll also take part in competitions inside and outside college. The course runs part-time over one year. A City and Guilds level 3 hairdressing qualification opens doors to senior salon roles and self-employment.
Who this course is for
Want an exciting career in Hairdressing? The course covers many aspects of hairdressing including cutting, colour correction and dressing long hair.
Course content:
This course is for Level 2 learners wishing to develop their Hairdressing career. The course covers many aspects of advanced Hairdressing, including cutting, colour correction, dressing long hair and advanced perming.
You will take part in various competitions in and out of the college which will then open up more job opportunities upon completion.
On completion of the programme, you may wish to progress onto employment e.g. working in a salon, cruise ships or spa hotels.
We pride ourselves on delivering outstanding lessons to allow you to achieve, succeed and progress into new and exciting destinations.
You will participate in enrichment industry week - an opportunity to 'try something new'. Professionals from Dermalogica, Wella and Steiner are invited in to college to demonstrate, train and inspire students.
You will take part in external competitions such as World Skills allowing exciting opportunities to compete nationally and internationally.
The annual Alternative Image hair and beauty show gives you a chance to work together with students to create a professional innovative production to showcase their skills.
Lots of our students participate in community volunteering events.
Entry requirements
You must hold a Hairdressing Level 2 certificate.
What you will learn
You'll develop advanced cutting techniques for a range of styles.
You'll work on colour correction, including complex colour problems.
You'll learn to dress and style long hair to a professional standard.
You'll practise advanced perming techniques.
You'll take part in hairdressing competitions to sharpen your skills under pressure.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment at Barnsley College. Assessment is a mix of practical observation and knowledge-based tasks. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out advanced hairdressing services to a professional standard. Competition work also forms part of your experience on the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Barnsley College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: work in a salon as a fully qualified stylist.
Senior stylist: take on more complex colour and cutting work.
Salon manager: move into running a team and day-to-day operations.
Self-employed hairdresser: work for yourself, mobile or in a rented chair.
Colour technician: specialise in colour services for clients.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: an NVQ route that supports your CSCS or professional portfolio if you move into education or assessment.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing in a college or training setting.
Barbering qualifications: broaden your skills into men's grooming and barbering services.
