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Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Saint Helens

CostFREE
Duration432 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Saint Helens. Classes run at St Helens College. The course runs part-time during the day, giving you time to manage other commitments alongside your studies. You'll develop advanced cutting, colouring, and styling techniques as part of this level 3 hairdressing qualification. The course covers 432 hours of learning in total. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the college will use it to plan your learning.

Who this course is for

This Course is for people who want to study Diploma in Women's Hairdressing

Entry requirements

Please check www.sthelens.ac.uk/courses

What you will learn

  • You'll cut and style women's hair using a range of professional techniques.
  • You'll colour and lighten hair, including tinting, highlights, and bleaching.
  • You'll carry out chemical services such as perming and relaxing.
  • You'll style and dress hair using thermal tools and finishing products.
  • You'll consult with clients to identify their needs and recommend services.
  • You'll follow health, safety, and salon hygiene standards throughout your work.
  • You'll understand hair and scalp conditions and how they affect treatment choices.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical sessions in a salon environment at St Helens College, working on real clients and developing hands-on skills. Assessment includes practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out services to the required standard. You'll also complete written or online knowledge assessments covering the theory behind hairdressing techniques, client care, and salon practice.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hairdresser: work in a salon providing cuts, colour, and styling.
  • Salon stylist: deliver a full range of women's hairdressing services.
  • Colourist: specialise in colour, highlights, and bleaching treatments.
  • Freelance hairdresser: work independently or mobile, building your own clients.
  • Salon manager: move into running day-to-day salon operations with experience.
  • Session stylist: work on photoshoots, fashion shows, or TV productions.

What you could study next

With a Level 3 Diploma, you could move into a Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training if you want to teach hairdressing. A Level 4 or Level 5 qualification in Salon Management could support a move into running your own business. Some hairdressers go on to study trichology or specialist hair and scalp treatments at a higher level.

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