Free Level 3 Hairdressing for Colour Technicians Course in Bedford. Classes run at Brooks Hair And Beauty. This is a full-time daytime course, running over one year. You'll build specialist skills in hair colouring, from colour theory and application techniques to corrective colour work. The course covers the technical knowledge and practical skills that salons expect from a qualified colour technician. A hairdressing for colour technicians qualification at this level opens doors to salon work as a colourist or senior stylist.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll apply a range of hair colouring and lightening techniques to professional standards.
You'll analyse hair and scalp condition to select appropriate colour treatments.
You'll mix and apply colour products safely, following manufacturer instructions.
You'll carry out corrective colour services to address unwanted tones or previous colour results.
You'll use colour theory to create bespoke results for clients.
You'll advise clients on colour maintenance and aftercare.
You'll follow health, safety, and salon hygiene requirements throughout your work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical sessions in a salon environment at Brooks Hair And Beauty, working on real clients and models. Assessment combines practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out colour services, with written or online knowledge tests. You'll build a portfolio of evidence over the year to demonstrate your skills and understanding across the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brooks Hair And Beauty will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Colour technician: specialist salon role focusing on all colour services.
Junior colourist: entry-level colour work in a busy salon.
Hairdresser: broad salon role including cutting, styling, and colour.
Salon assistant (colour): supporting senior colourists in a professional setting.
Freelance colourist: self-employed colour work for private clients.
Balayage and highlights specialist: focused freehand colour technique role.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: broadens your skills beyond colour into cutting and styling, and supports a full senior stylist role.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing in a college or training centre.
Barbering qualifications: a route into men's grooming and barbershop work alongside your colour expertise.
