Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Portsmouth. Classes run at COPC Highbury Campus. You'll study advanced cutting, colouring, and styling techniques in a commercial salon environment, alongside theory, portfolio work, and practical sessions. The course runs full-time over one year, roughly 15 hours per week, and includes maths and English classes. Entry requires a Level 2 in Hairdressing and a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths. A kit containing equipment and uniform will need to be purchased.
Who this course is for
You will attend theory, portfolio, tutorial and practical sessions and work in a realistic commercial salon environment. You will study advanced techniques to develop and enhance your creative hairdressing skills, including creatively cutting hair and colour correction.
Entry requirements
You will need a minimum of 4 GCSEs grades A*-C including English and Maths. Alternatively you may have a full BTEC Level 2 qualification at merit grade with English and Maths at Level 2 or a full Vocational Diploma with English and Maths at Level 2. An interview and initial assessment, a record of good attendance and punctuality will be required. Students will need to purchase a kit containing all necessary equipment and uniform.
What you will learn
You'll develop advanced cutting techniques, including creative and precision cuts.
You'll practise colour correction and complex colouring services.
You'll learn hair dressing and styling for a range of looks and occasions.
You'll carry out hairdressing consultations and advise clients on services and products.
You'll promote and sell salon products and services.
You'll apply health and safety procedures in a salon setting.
You'll build customer service skills working in a commercial salon environment.
How you will learn
You'll attend theory sessions, practical sessions, portfolio tutorials, and one-to-one tutorials at COPC Highbury Campus. Practical assessments take place in the commercial salon and are pre-arranged. You'll complete written assignments throughout the course and sit online exams. A minimum of 90% attendance is required. Some sessions may run into the evening.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to purchase a kit containing all necessary equipment and uniform. COPC Highbury Campus will confirm the full kit list before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a salon or freelance
Senior Stylist: lead stylist role with a client base
Colour Technician: specialist in colouring and colour correction
Session Stylist: hair styling for fashion, media, and events
Salon Manager: manage a team and run day-to-day salon operations
Self-employed Hairdresser: run your own mobile or chair-rental business
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: an NVQ route that can support applications for a Guild of Master Craftsmen or similar professional membership.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing in a college or training setting.
Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment: allows you to assess and mentor junior learners in a salon.
