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Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Southampton – Totton College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Southampton. Daytime hairdressing classes run at Totton College. You'll need at least four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, plus a Level 2 Hairdressing qualification or equivalent industry experience. The course covers advanced cutting, colouring, colour correction, perming, and creative styling. You'll train in the college's Opus Salon, working with clients to build hands-on experience. The course also includes 60 hours of work placement. It takes two years to complete.

Who this course is for

This course provides you with the advanced knowledge and skills required for a career in hairdressing. You will research all the possible career pathways in the industry and develop the practical skills needed for you to progress. The course is taught in our state-of-the-art Opus Salon, which enables you to work with real clients and gain valuable industry experience. The course covers advanced techniques in cutting, colouring and colour correction, creative styling and customer service skills, as well as an exciting range of extra-curricular activities and community projects.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced cutting techniques to create a variety of looks.
  • You'll learn colouring and colour correction skills.
  • You'll practise perming and chemical hair treatments.
  • You'll master styling and dressing hair using a range of techniques.
  • You'll build creative hairdressing design skills.
  • You'll learn men's hair cutting techniques.
  • You'll understand health and safety practices in a salon environment.
  • You'll develop consultation skills to support clients and colleagues.

How you will learn

You'll be assessed through a combination of portfolio evidence, practical tests, and either knowledge and understanding tasks or an online test. Classes are classroom-based and daytime, with practical sessions in the Opus Salon where you work with real clients. You'll also complete 60 hours of work experience in a relevant placement.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Totton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hairdresser: work in a salon providing cutting, colouring, and styling services.
  • Senior stylist: take on more complex technical work and client management.
  • Colour technician: specialise in colouring and colour correction services.
  • Salon manager: oversee day-to-day salon operations and staff.
  • Freelance hairdresser: work independently with your own client base.
  • Session stylist: work on photo shoots, fashion shows, or TV productions.

What you could study next

With a Level 3 hairdressing qualification, you could move into management or specialise further. Options include a Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training if you want to teach hairdressing, or a Level 4 Diploma in Salon Management for those moving into business and leadership roles. Some hairdressers go on to study trichology or advanced colouring qualifications to deepen their technical expertise.

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