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Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Bournemouth

Cost£2,882.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Bournemouth. Classes run at Bournemouth and Poole College Bournemouth Campus, full-time during the day. The course takes one year and includes a 50-day industry placement in a professional salon. You'll study cutting, colouring, styling, client consultation, and health and safety. Weekly commercial sessions take place in the college's own salons. You'll need a relevant Level 2 hairdressing qualification to join, plus GCSE English and Maths at grades 9 to 4, or Level 2 Functional Skills in both subjects. This level 3 hairdressing qualification is awarded by VTCT.

Who this course is for

This programme is designed to provide the practical expertise and underpinning knowledge necessary to gain a Level 3 Qualification in hairdressing. You will develop your artistic flair and creativity enabling you to work in the industry using your individual style and skills.

This is a full-time programme that includes completing a 50-Day Industry Placement to refine technical skills and develop employability within a professional salon. Level 3 Hairdressing is the national qualification to enable you to become a fully qualified Stylist in the industry. Your hours of attendance and start date will be confirmed at enrolment.

Entry requirements

You will require successful completion of a relevant Level 2 qualification in hairdressing and a minimum of 5 GCSEs including English and Maths grades 9-4 (formerly A*-C). Alternatively and have achieved a Level 2 Functional Skill in English and Maths.

In addition to the qualifications, you will be required to complete and pass a practical trade test

What you will learn

  • You'll consult with clients and advise on hairdressing services
  • You'll cut hair to create a variety of looks
  • You'll colour hair using a range of techniques
  • You'll style hair using multiple methods
  • You'll monitor and maintain health and safety in a salon environment
  • You'll promote products and services to clients
  • You'll develop your creative and artistic approach to hairdressing

How you will learn

Learning is delivered through practical workshops, demonstrations, and theory sessions, with guest lectures from industry professionals. You'll attend a weekly commercial session in the college salons and complete a 50-day industry placement in a professional salon. Assessment is through practical trade tests and coursework completed across the programme.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bournemouth & Poole College Bournemouth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a professional salon
  • Hair stylist: creative cutting and colouring for salon clients
  • Colourist: specialist colour work in a hair salon
  • Session stylist: hairdressing for photoshoots, fashion, and media
  • Salon manager: progress into managing a salon team
  • Self-employed hairdresser: run your own mobile or chair-rental business

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: if you want to pursue an NVQ route for further professional recognition.
  • Level 4 Diploma in Salon Management: moves you toward managing or running a salon.
  • VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing in a college or training environment.
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