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Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Macclesfield – Macclesfield College – Evening

CostFREE
Duration33 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start15 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Macclesfield. Classes run at Macclesfield College on evenings, so you can fit this hairdressing qualification around your existing commitments. The course runs for 33 weeks part-time. To enrol, you'll need a Level 2 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing. You'll be invited to an admissions interview before you start, so the team can talk through the course and what it involves. This is a level 3 hairdressing course for those ready to move beyond the basics and develop advanced technical skills.

Who this course is for

VTCT group is one of the UK’s market leading vocational and technical awarding organisation. VTCT cover over 3,000 training locations worldwide with over 100,000 learners every year.

The Level 3 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing is an occupational qualification for those who have completed a Level 2 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing qualification.

Entry requirements

For this course you will need to have achieved the following:

· Level 2 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing

On receipt of your application to study this course you will be invited to attend an admissions interview with a member of the teaching team to discuss the course and its requirements further.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced cutting techniques for a range of hair types and styles.
  • You'll apply complex colouring and lightening services.
  • You'll carry out chemical treatments including perming and relaxing.
  • You'll consult with clients and adapt services to their needs.
  • You'll manage salon services professionally, including timing and client care.
  • You'll work safely and hygienically in a salon environment.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in person at Macclesfield College. You'll build skills through practical salon-based sessions alongside underpinning knowledge work. Assessment is through observed practical assessments and written or online knowledge tests. Your admissions interview will give you a chance to discuss exactly how the course is structured before you begin.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a salon setting
  • Senior Stylist: lead on complex cuts and colour services
  • Colourist: specialise in advanced colour and lightening work
  • Salon Manager: progress into managing a team and salon operations
  • Freelance Hairdresser: work independently with your own clients
  • Session Stylist: work in fashion, media, or editorial hair

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: an NVQ route that supports applications for a VTCT or City and Guilds skilled-worker card and is recognised by many salon employers.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing in a college or training centre.
  • Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment: useful if you move into mentoring or assessing apprentices.
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