Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Pershore. Classes run at Pershore College, full-time during the day. This level 3 hairdressing qualification builds on Level 2 skills, taking your technique to a professional standard over one year. You'll cover colour correction, creative design, and a range of advanced hairdressing techniques, alongside the core skills employers expect. It's a focused route into work as a qualified hairdresser.
Who this course is for
Level 3 Hairdressing offers a progression of skills and knowledge developed in the Level 2 Hairdressing course. It is focussed on producing highly proficient, occupationally competent, professional Hairdressers that can perform a wide variety of treatments and services and are job ready. The course includes developing a range of general hairdressing techniques, including colour correction, creative design and a variety of advanced techniques. Other units develop a complete suite of essentials for any hair salon business, whether self-employed or working for another. This qualification is most suited to learners who wish to advance in their profession or to become salon managers and/or salon owners.
What you will learn
You'll develop colour correction techniques for complex client needs.
You'll practise creative hair design and advanced cutting methods.
You'll build a complete range of professional hairdressing services.
You'll learn to consult with clients and plan treatments.
You'll apply health, safety, and salon hygiene standards.
You'll develop the business and professional skills needed for salon work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical sessions in a salon environment at Pershore College, working on real clients alongside classroom study. Assessment combines practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out services to a professional standard, with written or knowledge-based tasks. You'll build a portfolio of evidence throughout the year to demonstrate your competence across all areas of the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Pershore College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: work in a salon as a fully qualified stylist.
Colourist: specialise in colour services and correction work.
Salon manager: move into running a team with experience.
Freelance hairdresser: work independently for private clients.
Session stylist: work on photoshoots, TV, or fashion events.
Barber: some salons offer cross-training for men's cutting.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: if you want to gain an NVQ-route qualification recognised for senior salon roles.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you'd like to teach hairdressing in a college or training setting.
Barbering qualifications: a City and Guilds Level 2 or Level 3 in Barbering if you want to extend your skills into men's services.
