Free Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Dartford

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start13 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Hairdressing for Cutting and Styling Technicians Course in Dartford. Classes run at North Kent College Dartford, full-time during the day, over one year. This hairdressing for cutting and styling technicians qualification is delivered through the Lee Stafford Academy, one of only 12 in the UK. You'll learn cutting-edge techniques using specially developed style recipes created by Lee Stafford alongside further education specialists. The course covers advanced cutting, colouring, and styling skills for a professional salon environment.

Who this course is for

This is the only Lee Stafford Academy in Kent and South East London, and one of only 12 across the UK.

Why study at the Lee Stafford Academy

Not just a celebrity endorsement, the training programme has been developed by Lee himself with Further Education specialists, to train not only the students, but also our own experienced hair and barbering staff.

Students will learn specially designed ‘recipes’ which are unique to Lee Stafford Academies, reflecting some of the most cutting-edge styles seen in salons across the UK, by receive training in up to 21 fundamental skills and techniques.

These skills can be tested in National competitions with other Lee Stafford Academy students in FE Colleges across the UK during the academic year.

This programme offers the student the opportunity to develop their hairdressing skills and or get recognition for skills used on a day to day basis in the salon.

The qualification is constructed of a number of units including monitoring and controlling safe working practices, Promotion of services and products along side practical skill development in cutting, colouring techniques, colour correction techniques, long hair and perming. There is a choice of optional units that can be taken and you will be guided by your lecturer when making your selection. Students will also work as a team and stage an event as part of the programme. This programme also focuses on developing supervisory skills to enable students to pursue the next stage of their career.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced cutting techniques using Lee Stafford Academy signature style recipes.
  • You'll learn professional colouring methods, including toning, highlighting, and colour correction.
  • You'll practise styling and finishing techniques for a range of hair types and textures.
  • You'll build knowledge of scalp and hair science to inform your technical decisions.
  • You'll learn how to consult with clients and plan services to meet their needs.
  • You'll understand salon health, safety, and hygiene standards required in professional practice.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment at North Kent College Dartford. Assessment combines practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out hair services to industry standards, with written or knowledge-based tasks. You'll build a portfolio of evidence throughout the year to demonstrate your skills and progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. North Kent College Dartford will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a salon or freelance.
  • Colourist: specialist role focusing on colour services and correction.
  • Cutting and styling technician: technical role in high-end or session styling.
  • Session stylist: working on photoshoots, fashion shows, and media.
  • Salon manager: leading a team once you have experience.
  • Self-employed hairdresser: running your own mobile or chair-rental business.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: if you want to work toward a CSCS-equivalent card for the hair industry or deepen your NVQ portfolio.
  • Level 4 Award in Education and Training: if you'd like to teach hairdressing or train others in a salon or college setting.
  • Barbering qualifications at Level 2 or 3: to add barbering services to your skill set and widen your client base.

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