Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Maidstone

CostFREE
Duration1 week
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Maidstone. Classes run full-time at MidKent College Maidstone Campus. This free hairdressing course covers everything you need to work as an advanced hairdresser or stylist. You'll study health and safety, client consultation, advanced cutting, colouring techniques, bridal hair styling, colour correction, and selling products and services. You'll work on real clients to complete your practical assessments. Entry requires five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English and maths.

Who this course is for

The qualification includes all the required elements to work effectively as an advanced hairdresser/stylist including: health and safety; client consultation; advanced cutting; styling and colouring techniques and selling products and services to clients. bridal hair styling and hair colour correction.

You will learn through theory and practical sessions and you will undertake written and practical exams. Working on external clientele to complete your practical assessments.You will need to purchase a uniform which have been selected as the hairdressing college uniform, this will be available at a discounted price and ordered directly from our uniform partners. You will also need to purchase a black pair of trousers and a pair of black closed in, loafer type shoes.

All MidKent College students will continue studying English and maths until they are 19, or until they have achieved a Grade C/4. Your study programme will incorporate a work placement of up to 350 hours in a role relevant to your study. All students will have access to a Personal Tutor to support their personal and professional development.

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including English and maths at grade C/4 or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply advanced cutting techniques to a range of hair types and styles.
  • You'll carry out styling and finishing, including bridal hair styling.
  • You'll perform hair colour correction and advanced colouring techniques.
  • You'll conduct client consultations and recommend suitable services.
  • You'll sell products and services to clients.
  • You'll follow health and safety procedures in a salon environment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of theory and practical sessions in the classroom and salon. Assessment includes written exams and practical exams. You'll also work on external clients to complete your practical assessments. This hands-on approach means you build experience with real salon work throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. MidKent College Maidstone Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hairdresser. Work in a salon as a qualified stylist.
  • Senior Stylist. Take on more complex colour and cutting work.
  • Salon Manager. Oversee a team and manage day-to-day salon operations.
  • Bridal Hair Stylist. Specialise in wedding and occasion hair.
  • Freelance Hairdresser. Work independently with your own clients.
  • Colour Technician. Focus on advanced colouring and correction work.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. If you want to teach hairdressing, this qualification supports a move into further education.
  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Barbering. Extend your skills into barbering and men's grooming.
  • Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment. Useful if you plan to assess or mentor junior stylists in a salon setting.

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