Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Truro. Classes run at Truro College. You'll need a Level 2 Hairdressing Qualification and GCSE Grade 4 in English and Maths to join. This full-time, daytime hairdressing qualification covers advanced cutting, colouring, colour correction, styling, and competition work. You'll also develop the communication skills needed to work confidently with clients and junior staff. The course runs for one year. It's a strong level 3 hairdressing qualification for anyone aiming to move into senior or specialist salon roles.
Who this course is for
This qualification includes a range of advanced skills and techniques across cutting, colouring, colour correction and styling and competition work. This will increase employability skills across a wider range of industry career opportunities. Throughout this qualification you will develop your skills, knowledge and understanding of all advanced areas, alongside developing interpersonal skills that will assist you to communicate effectively with clients and junior members of staff. This one-year qualification is mainly a practical course, using a variety of teaching methods including discussions, demonstrations, and presentations. You will work on your own, in pairs and in small groups practicing techniques within a realistic working environment in well equipped, purpose-built salons.
Entry requirements
Level 2 Hairdressing Qualification, GCSE Grade 4 in English and Maths.
What you will learn
You'll practise advanced cutting techniques across a range of styles and hair types.
You'll carry out complex colouring services, including full colour and highlights.
You'll develop colour correction skills to address and resolve previous colour treatments.
You'll create advanced styling looks, including session and competition work.
You'll build the communication skills needed to consult with clients and guide junior staff.
You'll deepen your knowledge of hair science to underpin your practical work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment at Truro College, working on real clients and models. Assessment combines practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out services to industry standards, with written or knowledge-based tasks. Your progress is assessed throughout the year rather than in a single final exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Truro College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: work in a salon delivering a full range of services.
Senior stylist: lead on complex colour and cutting appointments.
Colour technician: specialise in colouring and colour correction work.
Session stylist: work on editorial, fashion, or competition hair.
Salon manager: progress into managing a team and day-to-day salon operations.
Self-employed hairdresser: run your own chair or mobile hairdressing business.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: if you want an NVQ route recognised for further career development or assessor roles.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you'd like to teach hairdressing in a college or training setting.
VTCT Level 4 Award in Advanced Colouring: deepen your specialism in colour science and advanced techniques.
Salon management or business qualifications: useful if you're moving toward running your own salon.
