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Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Darlington

Cost£2,583.00
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Hair Services Course in Darlington. Classes run at Darlington College, part-time during the day. Fees apply, though the course is eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan. You'll need to have completed a Level 2 hairdressing qualification before starting, and the entry process includes an interview and a skills assessment day. The course runs for 34 weeks and takes your hairdressing skills to an advanced level, covering complex cutting, colouring, and styling techniques. City and Guilds Level 3 hair services classes prepare you to work with confidence across a full range of professional services.

Who this course is for

This is a challenging course for the most highly motivated hairdresser seeking to further develop their skills and knowledge in order to function confidently in the hairdressing industry.

Entry requirements

You will need to have completed the Level 2 qualification before moving on to this qualification. You will be required to attend an interview here at the college.

Applicants will need to show determination, a passion for hairdressing and have a creative flair.

They will also need to attend a skills assessment day as part of the interview process.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced cutting techniques for a range of hair types and styles.
  • You'll carry out complex colouring and lightening services.
  • You'll apply creative and technical skills in hair styling and finishing.
  • You'll learn to consult with clients and adapt services to individual needs.
  • You'll understand the science behind hair and scalp treatments.
  • You'll manage salon services professionally, including health and safety practice.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in a classroom and salon environment at Darlington College. You'll be assessed through practical observations, written assignments, and ongoing skills assessments. The entry process includes a skills assessment day before the course begins, so the college can confirm you're working at the right level to progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Darlington College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hairdresser: work in a salon delivering a full range of services
  • Senior stylist: lead on complex colour and cutting work
  • Salon manager: oversee day-to-day salon operations
  • Session stylist: work on photoshoots, fashion, or media projects
  • Freelance hairdresser: build a mobile or self-employed client base
  • Colour technician: specialise in colouring and lightening services

What you could study next

With a Level 3 Diploma in Hair Services, you could move into a teaching or assessing role by studying a Level 3 Award in Education and Training. If you want to specialise further, a Level 4 qualification in hair or a barbering qualification could broaden your skills. Some graduates go on to study salon management or business qualifications to support running their own business.

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