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Level 3 Hairdressing for Colour Technicians Course in Darlington – Darlington College – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Hairdressing for Colour Technicians Course in Darlington. Classes run at Darlington College, full-time during the day, over 34 weeks. You'll need to have completed a Level 2 hairdressing qualification before applying, and you'll attend an interview and a skills assessment day as part of the process. The course develops advanced colouring skills and the technical knowledge needed to work confidently in a professional salon. This City and Guilds level 3 hairdressing for colour technicians qualification is one of the most focused routes into specialist colour work.

Who this course is for

This is a challenging course for the most highly motivated hairdresser seeking to further develop their skills and knowledge in order to function confidently in the hairdressing industry.

Entry requirements

You will need to have completed the Level 2 qualification before moving on to this qualification. You will be required to attend an interview here at the college.

Applicants will need to show determination, a passion for hairdressing and have a creative flair.

They will also need to attend a skills assessment day as part of the interview process.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced hair colouring techniques, including tinting, bleaching, and toning.
  • You'll learn how to analyse hair and scalp conditions before applying colour treatments.
  • You'll apply colour correction techniques to address previous colour work.
  • You'll understand the science behind hair colour, including how products interact with hair structure.
  • You'll practise client consultation skills, including managing expectations and recommending treatments.
  • You'll work to professional salon standards for health, safety, and hygiene.
  • You'll build a portfolio of practical colour work completed during your training.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a salon environment at Darlington College, alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment combines practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out colour services, with written or online tests covering the underpinning knowledge. You'll also build a portfolio of evidence from your practical work throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Colour technician: specialist role focusing on tinting, bleaching, and correction
  • Hairdresser: full-service salon work including cuts, colour, and styling
  • Senior stylist: leading colour services and mentoring junior staff
  • Salon manager: overseeing day-to-day salon operations and team
  • Freelance colourist: self-employed colour specialist working across multiple locations
  • Session colourist: colour work for photoshoots, fashion, and media

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: broadens your skills beyond colour into cutting and styling, and supports a VTCT or City and Guilds skilled-worker record.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing in a college or training centre.
  • Business and enterprise qualifications at Level 3 or 4: useful if you're planning to open or manage your own salon.
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