Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Great Yarmouth. Classes run at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus. This full-time, daytime hairdressing qualification covers advanced cutting, colouring, and styling techniques. The course runs for 600 hours, giving you substantial hands-on time in a salon environment. City and Guilds is the awarding body, so your level 3 hairdressing certificate carries weight with employers. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Hairdressing L3 Cert E&T (GOL00AAAL3 26/27GA) is based in the Hairdressing department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen CG as the exam board for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements available on request.
What you will learn
You'll cut and style hair using a range of techniques for different hair types and lengths.
You'll colour and lighten hair, including tinting, bleaching, and toning services.
You'll carry out chemical treatments such as perming and relaxing.
You'll consult with clients to identify their needs and recommend suitable services.
You'll style and dress hair using heated tools, setting, and dressing techniques.
You'll apply health, safety, and hygiene standards throughout salon services.
You'll manage your own professional development and work to industry standards.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical sessions in a salon training environment, alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment is through City and Guilds set assignments, practical observations, and written tasks. Your progress is assessed against the qualification standards throughout the course, not just at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: cut, colour, and style in a salon setting.
Junior stylist: build your client base as you develop your skills.
Salon assistant: support senior stylists while gaining experience.
Colour technician: specialise in colouring and lightening services.
Mobile hairdresser: work independently visiting clients at home.
Barbershop stylist: apply your skills in a barbering environment.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the NVQ route is recognised for senior stylist roles and may support further career development.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing in a college or training setting.
Barbering qualifications: a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Barbering broadens the services you can offer.
Self-employment and business skills courses: useful if you plan to go mobile or open your own salon.
