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Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Southend-on-Sea

CostFREE
Duration9 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Southend-on-Sea. Classes run at Central Training Academy. This level 3 hairdressing course builds on your Level 2 Women's Hairdressing skills, taking your technique to advanced level. You'll need to have completed a VRQ Level 2 Certificate in Women's Hairdressing to join, and you must be aged 19 or over. The course runs full-time during the day and typically takes 9 months. If you don't hold a GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English, you may also complete Functional Skills alongside your hairdressing qualification.

Who this course is for

This course is for adults who wish to advance their intermediate hairdressing skills to advanced level.

Learners may be required to complete Functional Skills Maths and English if they do not have GCSE grade C and above in Maths and English.

This course is available to those who are aged over 19 years old and have completed the VRQ Level 2 Certificate in Women's Hairdressing.

At the end of the course the learners will receive an VRQ Level 3 Certificate in Hairdressing certificate.

For full details visit www.centraltraininggroup.com or call 0800 783 290183 2901

Entry requirements

Learners must be aged 19+ Learners that have completed VRQ level 2 Certificate in Women's Hairdressing.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced cutting techniques for a range of hair types and styles.
  • You'll master advanced colouring and colour correction services.
  • You'll apply professional perming and relaxing treatments.
  • You'll refine client consultation and service planning skills.
  • You'll practise salon hygiene, health and safety standards.
  • You'll build your ability to manage and adapt services to individual client needs.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment combines practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out hairdressing services, with written assignments and knowledge tests. You'll build a portfolio of evidence throughout the course to demonstrate your skills and understanding.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Central Training Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a salon
  • Senior Stylist: lead stylist role with a full client base
  • Colour Technician: specialist colouring and colour correction work
  • Salon Manager: progress into managing a team and salon operations
  • Freelance Hairdresser: self-employed work on location or from home

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the NVQ route is recognised for a wider range of senior salon roles and may support apprenticeship progression.
  • Level 4 Salon Management qualification: if you want to move into running or owning a salon.
  • Barbering qualifications: broaden your skills to include male grooming and barbering services.
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