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Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Redditch – Heart of Worcestershire College Redditch Campus – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Redditch. Classes run at Heart of Worcestershire College Redditch Campus. This full-time, daytime hairdressing qualification builds on Level 2 skills, taking you into advanced cutting, creative colouring, colour correction, and specialist styling. You'll also cover consultation, product knowledge, health and safety, and the business side of working in a salon. Training takes place in the college's on-site salons. The course runs for one year. Entry requires a relevant Level 2 hairdressing qualification plus GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or equivalent, with entry subject to interview.

Who this course is for

Whether you are looking to become are a senior stylist or hair technician, or dream of owning your own salon, our Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing builds on the knowledge and skills you have gained from the Level 2 course to give you a deeper insight into the industry. , , Our course will help you develop your own individual style and give you the opportunity to experiment with cuts, colours and techniques. You can let your creativity run wild! Our on-site salons, Fountains and Fusion, are open t

Entry requirements

Relevant level 2 qualification plus GCSE English and maths grade 4 (C) or equivalent. Entry will be subject to a satisfactory interview., , Entry decisions will be discretionary at interview. Students will continually be assessed through probation period to ensure they are on the correct level.

What you will learn

  • You'll cut hair to create a range of looks using advanced techniques.
  • You'll colour hair, including creative colouring and colour correction.
  • You'll style and dress hair using a variety of methods.
  • You'll carry out professional client consultations.
  • You'll apply health and safety practices in a salon setting.
  • You'll promote and sell products and services to clients.
  • You'll develop knowledge of products and their application across different hair types.
  • You'll understand the business aspects of working in the hairdressing industry.

How you will learn

You'll train in the college's on-site salons, working on practical skills with real clients. Assessment is continuous throughout the course, including a probation period to confirm you're working at the right level. You'll be assessed on practical tasks, client work, and your understanding of salon practice. All essential equipment and products are provided in the training salon. You'll need to purchase your own uniform and personal hair kit; full details are given at interview or induction.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to purchase your own uniform and a personal hair kit. All other essential equipment and products are provided in the training salon. Heart of Worcestershire College Redditch Campus will give you full details of required items, costs, and suppliers at your interview or induction evening.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a salon or freelance.
  • Senior stylist: leading on complex cuts, colour, and client management.
  • Colour technician: specialising in colouring and colour correction services.
  • Session stylist: working on photoshoots, fashion, or media projects.
  • Salon manager: overseeing day-to-day salon operations and staff.
  • Self-employed hairdresser: running your own mobile or chair-rental business.
  • Salon owner: managing your own hairdressing business.

What you could study next

A Level 3 hairdressing qualification opens routes into further specialist training. You could work toward a Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training if you want to teach hairdressing. Trichology courses cover hair and scalp health in depth. Business and management qualifications, such as a Level 3 Award in Management, support those looking to run or own a salon. Some hairdressers also pursue barbering qualifications to broaden the services they can offer.

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