CostYou should also provide your own kit following progression from Level 2 but a new one will be available to order at an additional cost of £114.00 (approx.).
Other expenses may include:
- Uniform £30
- Balmain Hair Extension Kit £120.00 approx.
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Level 3 Hair Services Course in Lancaster. Classes run at Lancaster & Morecambe College, full-time during the day. This is a one-year course and builds on Level 2 Hairdressing. Entry requires Level 2 Hairdressing plus English and maths at grade C/4 or higher. You'll develop advanced cutting, colouring, and styling techniques in professional salon facilities, working with members of the public to build real experience. The course includes employability skills, careers learning, and employer encounters such as guest speakers. For 16 to 18 year olds, maths and English support and work experience are included as part of the study programme.
Who this course is for
This course is designed for 16-18 year old and adult learners the course will include a substantial amount of careers related learning designed to support progression to the suitable next step, this could include educational trips, employability skills and employer encounters such as guest speakers. For 16-18 year old will be delivered as a study programme which includes math and English where applicable and work experience.
Entry requirements
Level 2 Hairdressing plus English and maths at grade C/4 or higher.
Entry criteria will be applied at the discretion of the course manager.
What you will learn
You'll develop advanced cutting techniques for a range of hair types and styles.
You'll learn colouring and lightening services, including creative colour work.
You'll practise chemical services such as perming and relaxing.
You'll build skills in styling, setting, and finishing to a professional standard.
You'll learn how to consult with clients and adapt services to individual needs.
You'll develop your creative and artistic approach to hairdressing.
You'll gain experience working with real clients in a salon setting.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical sessions in the college's professional salon, working on clients alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment includes practical observations, written assignments, and client consultations. The programme also incorporates employability activities such as employer encounters and educational trips to support your next steps after the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Lancaster & Morecambe 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.
Salon manager: oversee day-to-day salon operations and staff.
Colour technician: specialise in colouring and lightening services.
Session stylist: work on shoots, shows, and editorial projects.
Barber: apply your cutting skills in a barbering environment.
Self-employed hairdresser: run your own mobile or chair-rental business.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: an NVQ route that supports progression toward a professional portfolio and senior stylist roles.
Level 4 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing in a college or training setting.
Hairdressing Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3): a work-based route combining employment with structured training, available at Lancaster & Morecambe College.
