Free Level 3 Hairdressing for Colour Technicians Course in Consett. Classes run at Derwentside College, full-time during the day, over 36 weeks. You'll need a completed Level 2 in Hairdressing and a suitable reference to apply, and you'll attend an interview with the course leader before starting. The course builds the advanced cutting, colouring, and styling skills you need to work professionally in a salon. Colour work is a central focus throughout.
Who this course is for
The aim of the course is to prepare you for industry, teaching you enhanced skills needed to work in a hairdressing salon-performing cutting, colouring and styling services.
Entry requirements
You must attend an interview with the course leader
Competed Level 2 in Hairdressing, with a suitable reference
100% attendance is expected
Must be willing to give and receive all treatments
What you will learn
You'll develop advanced hair colouring techniques, including tints, highlights, and toning.
You'll practise precision cutting and finishing for a range of client looks.
You'll carry out styling and dressing services to a professional standard.
You'll learn how to consult with clients and plan colour services.
You'll understand hair and scalp analysis relevant to colour treatments.
You'll apply health, safety, and salon hygiene standards throughout your work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a salon environment at Derwentside College, alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment is through practical observations, where your skills are assessed against industry standards, and written or portfolio-based evidence. Full-time daytime attendance is required, and 100% attendance is expected throughout the 36 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Derwentside College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Colour technician: specialist colouring services in a salon
Hairdresser: cutting, styling, and colouring for salon clients
Senior stylist: leading colour and style services in a busy salon
Salon manager: overseeing a team and day-to-day salon operations
Freelance hairdresser: self-employed colouring and styling work
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: broadens your skills across all hairdressing disciplines and supports a VTCT or City and Guilds advanced qualification.
Level 4 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing or train junior staff in a salon or college setting.
Barbering qualifications at Level 2 or 3: if you want to extend your skills into a related trade.
