Free Level 3 Hairdressing for Colour Technicians Course in Crawley. Classes run full-time at Crawley College, five days a week during the day, over one year. This hairdressing for colour technicians qualification covers advanced colour correction, cutting, and creating a complete image. You'll take part in employer engagement activities including chemical straightening and smoothing systems, plus masterclasses from leading industry product companies. Work placements are part of the course. You'll need GCSE English and maths at grade 4 or above, and a Level 2 Hairdressing qualification to enrol.
Who this course is for
Note! Not Available as a Free Course For Jobs outside GLA or Devolved Areas. This qualification covers a wide variety of advanced skills and knowledge required to work as a stylist in a salon. Development of skills and specialising in colour correction advanced colour and cutting skills including creating an image. There will be employer engagement activities such as chemical straightening and smoothing systems. Masterclasses from leading industry product companies.
Entry requirements
Any learner with English and maths GCSE at grade 4 and above and a Level 2 qualification in Hairdressing. Work placements will be required to complete this course
What you will learn
You'll develop advanced colour correction techniques used in professional salons.
You'll learn to apply and manage chemical straightening and smoothing systems.
You'll practise advanced cutting skills to complement colour work.
You'll create a complete image, combining colour, cut, and styling.
You'll build knowledge of leading industry products through hands-on masterclasses.
You'll complete work placements to apply your skills in a real salon environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Crawley College, combining practical salon skills with underpinning knowledge. Employer engagement activities and industry masterclasses are built into the programme. Work placements form a required part of the course. Assessment is through a combination of practical observations and knowledge-based tasks set by City and Guilds.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Crawley College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Colour technician. Specialise in colour correction and advanced colour services in a salon.
Hairdresser. Work across cutting, colouring, and styling for salon clients.
Senior stylist. Lead colour services and mentor junior team members.
Salon manager. Oversee day-to-day salon operations and staff.
Freelance colourist. Work independently with your own client base.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing. Broadens your skills across all hairdressing services and supports a CSCS-equivalent card for the industry.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. If you want to teach hairdressing, this qualification opens the door to further education and training roles.
Salon management or business qualifications. Useful if you plan to run or manage your own salon.
