Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Solihull. Classes run at Solihull College And University Centre. To enrol, you'll need a Level 2 Hairdressing Diploma (VRQ or NVQ). This two-year, full-time daytime hairdressing qualification covers advanced cutting, colouring, colour correction, bridal styling, and long hair dressing. You'll practise on paying clients in the college's commercial salons, building a portfolio alongside written assignments and exams. The eight units include hair analysis, consultation, and promoting products and services to clients.
Who this course is for
There are 8 units that make up the VRQ Level 3 qualification
Monitoring health and safety
Hairdressing support for colleges
Colour hair to create a variety of looks
Cut women's hair to create a variety of looks
Style and dress hair using a variety of techniques
Promote and sell products and services to clients
Bridal hair styling
Colour correction
Entry requirements
Level 2 Hairdressing Diploma either VRQ or NVQ.
What you will learn
You'll colour hair using a range of techniques, including colour correction
You'll cut women's hair to create a variety of looks
You'll style and dress hair, including creatively dressing long hair
You'll plan and style bridal hair
You'll carry out hair analysis and client consultation
You'll promote and sell products and services to clients
You'll plan and implement a promotional show
You'll monitor health and safety in a salon environment
How you will learn
Practical skills are taught and assessed in the college's commercial salons, where you work on paying clients. Assessment is synoptic, taking place at the end of the course, with formative practice assessments throughout. You'll build a portfolio of evidence across the programme. Practical skill exams make up 50% of the grade for each unit. Two online exams are marked externally, with one retake opportunity if needed.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Solihull College And University Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a salon or freelance
Stylist: creative cutting and colouring for a client base
Bridal hair stylist: specialist styling for weddings and events
Colour technician: advanced colouring and correction work
Salon supervisor: leading a team in a salon environment
Salon trainer: supporting junior stylists and apprentices
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you want to move into teaching or training others in hairdressing.
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: an alternative route that may support a VTCT assessor qualification or senior stylist roles.
Business and enterprise qualifications: useful if you're planning to open your own salon or work self-employed.
