Free Level 3 Hairdressing for Colour Technicians Course in Oldham. Classes run full-time at Oldham College. You'll need at least four GCSEs at grades 4 to 9, including maths and English, or a Level 2 vocational qualification with GCSE grade 4 or above in both maths and English. The course runs for 636 hours and covers advanced colouring techniques, colour theory, and client consultation. It leads to work as a hairdresser or colour specialist in a salon.
Who this course is for
All Learners
Entry requirements
Minimum of 4 GCSEs at grades A-C/4-9 (including mathsand English) or a vocational qualificationLevel 2, plus GCSE grade C/4 in both maths and English
What you will learn
You'll apply a range of colouring and lightening techniques to hair.
You'll develop your understanding of colour theory and how it applies to different hair types.
You'll carry out client consultations and recommend colour services.
You'll learn how to correct colour and manage colour faults.
You'll follow health, safety, and salon hygiene standards.
You'll style and finish hair to complement colour work.
You'll understand the science behind hair structure and how colour products interact with it.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical sessions in a salon environment at Oldham College, working on real colour services. Assessment includes practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out colour techniques to the required standard. You'll also complete written or online knowledge assessments. Your progress is tracked throughout the course, and you'll build a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your skills.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Oldham College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Colour technician. Specialist colouring role in a salon.
Hairdresser. Full-service styling and colour work.
Senior stylist. Leading colour and cutting services in a salon.
Salon manager. Overseeing a team and day-to-day salon operations.
Freelance colourist. Self-employed colour work for private clients.
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 qualification.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. If you want to teach hairdressing or colour techniques in a college or training setting.
Business and enterprise qualifications at Level 3 or 4. Useful if you plan to open or manage your own salon.
