Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Leigh. Classes run at Wigan and Leigh College Leigh Campus. This full-time daytime hairdressing course develops your practical skills to an advanced level, building on your existing Level 2 in Hairdressing. You'll work toward being able to carry out salon services independently and support other stylists. The course runs for 35 weeks.
Who this course is for
The purpose of this qualification is to develop your practical skills to an advanced level of occupational ability to enable you to perform your own salon services as well as support others.
Entry requirements
Level 2 in Hairdressing
What you will learn
You'll develop advanced cutting techniques for a range of hair types and styles.
You'll carry out colouring and lightening services to a professional standard.
You'll apply chemical treatments, including perming and relaxing.
You'll style and dress hair using a variety of finishing techniques.
You'll support and guide junior team members in a salon environment.
You'll manage client consultations and adapt services to individual needs.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a salon environment, alongside classroom-based teaching. Assessment is through observed practical work, where your skills are assessed against set standards, and through knowledge-based tasks. You'll build a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your competence across the qualification's units.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Wigan and Leigh College Leigh Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser working in a salon
Senior Stylist: lead on client services and support junior staff
Colour Technician: specialist role focusing on colouring and lightening
Salon Manager: progress into managing a team and salon operations
Freelance Hairdresser: work independently with your own clients
Session Stylist: work on photoshoots, fashion shows, or TV productions
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: if you want to work toward a CSCS-equivalent card or take an apprenticeship route, an NVQ can complement your Diploma.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you're interested in teaching hairdressing, this qualification opens the door to further education roles.
Barbering qualifications: a Level 2 or Level 3 in Barbering broadens the range of services you can offer clients.
