Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Stoke-on-Trent – E.Quality Training Hanley Training Centre

CostFREE
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Stoke-on-Trent. Classes run at E.Quality Training Hanley Training Centre. This is an advanced hairdressing qualification for those who already have some practical experience in the field, such as a Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing or equivalent hands-on work. Full-time daytime hairdressing classes run over 12 months, covering advanced cutting, colouring, styling, and treatments. A level 3 hairdressing qualification at this stage opens doors to working as a professional stylist in a salon or freelance setting.

Who this course is for

The Level 3 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing is an advanced qualification for individuals who wish to enhance their skills and knowledge in the hairdressing industry, with a focus on women’s haircuts, styling, colouring, and treatments.

This course is designed for learners who have already gained basic hairdressing experience and want to develop the more advanced skills necessary to become a professional stylist in a salon or freelance environment.

Key areas covered include: Advanced cutting techniques: Learning and mastering cutting techniques for different hair types, lengths, and textures.

Hair colouring and highlighting: Developing skills in advanced colour techniques such as balayage, ombré, colour correction, and custom colour applications.

Hair treatments: Applying various treatments to promote hair health, including conditioning, revitalising treatments, and scalp care.

Styling: Gaining expertise in creating a variety of looks, from everyday styles to more formal occasions, including blow-drying, curling, straightening, and creating updos.

Consultation and client care: Learning how to conduct professional consultations, understand individual client needs, and offer personalised service.

Salon management: Gaining knowledge of how to run and manage a salon, including understanding health and safety practices, client relationships, and salon administration.

By the end of the course, learners will be well-prepared to work with a wide variety of hair types and styles, with the knowledge and expertise to succeed in a professional hairdressing career.

Entry requirements

To enrol on the Level 3 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing, learners should ideally have already completed the Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing or have equivalent practical experience in the field. It is recommended that learners have a basic understanding of cutting, colouring, and styling techniques before undertaking this course.

An initial assessment may be required to determine the learner’s current skill level and ensure the course is suitable for their abilities.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced cutting techniques for women's hair.
  • You'll learn professional colouring methods, including tinting, highlighting, and bleaching.
  • You'll practise a range of styling and finishing techniques.
  • You'll carry out scalp and hair treatments.
  • You'll advise clients on hair care and suitable services.
  • You'll understand salon health, safety, and hygiene standards.
  • You'll build the technical knowledge needed to work independently as a stylist.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a training environment, supported by classroom-based theory. Assessment includes practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out hairdressing services to professional standards, alongside written or knowledge-based assessments. An initial assessment is used to confirm the course is the right level for you and to plan your learning from there.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. E.Quality Training Hanley Training Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Salon stylist: cutting, colouring, and styling in a hair salon.
  • Freelance hairdresser: working independently with your own clients.
  • Colour technician: specialising in colouring and bleaching services.
  • Senior stylist: leading on client consultations and complex services.
  • Session stylist: working on photoshoots, fashion, or media projects.
  • Salon manager: overseeing a team once you have experience.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: if you want to pursue an NVQ route, this sits alongside or follows the Diploma and can support a career in salon management.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you'd like to teach hairdressing, this qualification lets you move into further education or training delivery.
  • Barbering qualifications: a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Barbering broadens the range of services you can offer.

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