Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Rugby

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Rugby. Classes run at Rugby College, full-time during the day, over one year. Building on Level 2 skills, this hairdressing qualification covers colour correction, creative design, and a range of advanced techniques. You'll develop the technical ability and professional knowledge to work as a competent hairdresser across a wide variety of services.

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 advanced colour correction techniques, including correcting previous colour treatments.
  • You'll practise creative hairdressing design, including cutting and styling for a range of looks.
  • You'll build on core hairdressing techniques from Level 2, refining your speed and precision.
  • You'll learn how to carry out a variety of advanced chemical and technical services.
  • You'll understand professional salon standards, client consultation, and service planning.
  • You'll complete a full suite of essential hairdressing skills to prepare you for employment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment at Rugby College, alongside classroom-based teaching. Assessment is through a combination of practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out treatments, and knowledge-based assessments. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Rugby 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 environment.
  • Senior Stylist: take on more complex colour and cutting work.
  • Colour Technician: specialise in colour correction and creative colour.
  • Salon Manager: progress into managing a team and day-to-day salon operations.
  • Freelance Hairdresser: work independently for private clients or on location.
  • Session Stylist: work in fashion, media, or editorial hairdressing.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: if you want to work toward a CSCS-style card or demonstrate occupational competence through workplace assessment.
  • 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 broadens the services you can offer.