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NVQ Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Abingdon

CostFREE
Duration1 week
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body
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About this course

NVQ Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Abingdon. Evening classes run at Abingdon and Witney College Abingdon Campus, full-time over one week. If you are 16 to 18 years old, the course may be free. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply. This level 3 NVQ hairdressing qualification covers the skills you need to work professionally in a salon, from cutting and colouring to client consultation and styling. To join, you need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English or Maths, plus a Level 2 pass in the subject with Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent.

Who this course is for

Abingdon & Witney College works in partnership with Lee Stafford and we are proud to be home to the only Lee Stafford Hair & Beauty Academy in Oxfordshire. If you�re interested in a career in a salon environment there�s no better place than the Lee Stafford Academy.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 4 including English or Maths AND a pass in the subject at level 2 with English and Maths not lower than a grade 3/Functional Skills L2 and at least grade 4 in one of English or Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll carry out a range of cutting techniques on different hair types and lengths.
  • You'll colour and lighten hair using professional products and methods.
  • You'll style and finish hair to a professional standard.
  • You'll consult with clients to assess their needs and recommend services.
  • You'll apply hair and scalp treatments safely and effectively.
  • You'll follow health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon setting.
  • You'll manage your own professional development and working practice.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a classroom and salon environment. Assessment is a mix of observed practical work, written assignments, and professional discussions. You'll build a portfolio of evidence showing your skills and knowledge across the units. Your assessor will observe you working and give structured feedback throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Abingdon and Witney College Abingdon Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hairdresser. Work in a salon cutting, colouring, and styling hair.
  • Senior stylist. Take on more complex colour work and client management.
  • Salon manager. Oversee a team and run day-to-day salon operations.
  • Session stylist. Work on photoshoots, fashion shows, or TV productions.
  • Freelance hairdresser. Build your own client base working independently.
  • Colour technician. Specialise in advanced colouring and lightening services.

What you could study next

With your NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing, you could move into a Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training if you want to teach hairdressing. A Level 4 Advanced and Creative Hair Professional qualification builds specialist skills in colour and cutting. You could also pursue a management qualification such as a Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Business Management if you want to run your own salon.

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