Free Level 3 Hairdressing for Cutting and Styling Technicians Course in Canterbury. Classes run at Canterbury College, full-time during the day. You'll develop technical cutting and styling skills, colour correction, client consultation, and creative hairstyling, all in a working salon environment using professional equipment and products. The course runs for 44 weeks. It covers everything you need to work as a qualified hairdresser, from creative cutting to organising promotional activities.
Who this course is for
On this highly practical course, learn the skills and knowledge needed to be a qualified hairdresser, all whilst working in our realistic salon environment.
What you will learn
You'll practise creative cutting techniques to a professional standard.
You'll develop colour correction skills, including complex colour work.
You'll carry out client consultations and build professional client care skills.
You'll create and finish creative hairstyles for a range of looks.
You'll work with long hair, including dressing and styling techniques.
You'll organise and take part in promotional activities.
You'll use professional salon equipment and current products throughout.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical work in a salon environment, alongside classroom-based study. Assessment is through practical observations, assignments, and written work. You'll work with real clients in Canterbury College's commercial salons as part of your training. Dedicated work experience placements are also available throughout the year to complement your college-based learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Canterbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: work in a salon as a qualified stylist.
Cutting and styling technician: specialise in precision cuts and creative styling.
Colour technician: focus on colouring and colour correction services.
Session stylist: work on shoots, shows, and events.
Salon manager: move into running a salon team over time.
Self-employed hairdresser: set up your own mobile or chair-rental business.
What you could study next
Level 4 or degree-level study in hairdressing or creative arts, for those who want to specialise further or move into education.
Higher-level apprenticeship in hairdressing, combining work and advanced training.
Barbering qualifications, if you want to add a complementary skill set.
Teaching and assessing qualifications, if you're interested in training others in the trade.
