Free NVQ Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Manchester. Classes run at Harpurhey Campus, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll cover cutting, colouring, lightening, styling, and client consultation, plus optional specialist units such as colour correction and hair extensions. This is the VTCT level 3 nvq hairdressing qualification that employers in salons and barbershops recognise. Assessment is continuous, through practical work, exams, and a portfolio.
Who this course is for
The Diploma in Hairdressing qualification will provide you with the
knowledge, skills and understanding to be a hairdresser/stylist.
The qualification has both mandatory and
optional units for you to achieve. The mandatory specialist units
are;
Creatively style and dress hair
Creatively cut hair using a combination of
techniques
Creatively colour and lighten hair
Provide client consultation services.
The optional section of this qualification allows you to choose
specialist units you which includes;
Hair colour correction services,
Provide creative hair extension services
Contribute to the planning, implementation and evaluation of
promotional activities
What you will learn
You'll creatively cut hair using a range of techniques.
You'll style and dress hair to a professional standard.
You'll colour and lighten hair, including creative colour work.
You'll carry out client consultations and advise on services.
You'll complete optional specialist units, such as colour correction or hair extension services.
You'll build a portfolio of evidence covering both practical skills and underpinning knowledge.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based, hands-on practical sessions at Harpurhey Campus. Assessment is continuous throughout the course. You'll be assessed on your practical skills, sit exams, and complete assignments. For each unit, you'll gather evidence of what you can do and what you know, building a portfolio that forms part of your final qualification.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to purchase a hairdressing kit (the centre will give you approximate costs at interview) and a uniform, which costs approximately £42. Harpurhey Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: style, cut, and colour hair in a salon setting.
Hair stylist: creative styling for clients in a professional salon.
Salon assistant (senior): support senior stylists and take on your own clients.
Freelance hairdresser: work independently on a mobile or self-employed basis.
Colour technician: specialise in colouring and lightening services.
Hair extension specialist: focus on extension fitting and aftercare.
What you could study next
Level 4 or higher education in hairdressing or creative arts: UCEN Manchester offers higher-level study for those wanting to move into education, management, or advanced creative work.
Barbering NVQ: if you want to extend your skills into barbering alongside hairdressing.
Teaching or assessing qualifications: a route into training the next generation of hairdressers, once you have industry experience.
