Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Fareham

Cost£3,345.00
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Fareham. Classes run at Fareham College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 34 weeks, giving you time to build on existing skills at a manageable pace. To join, you'll need a Level 2 in hairdressing or relevant experience, and you'll complete a trade test as part of the entry process. This level 3 hairdressing qualification covers advanced techniques in women's hairdressing, preparing you to work at a higher level in a salon.

Who this course is for

Adult part time learners

Entry requirements

Level 2 in hairdressing or previous experience Completion of a trade test

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 complex colour correction.
  • You'll apply chemical treatments such as perming and relaxing.
  • You'll carry out styling and finishing to a professional standard.
  • You'll consult with clients and plan services to meet their needs.
  • You'll maintain health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon environment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment alongside classroom study. Assessment is through observed practical work, written assignments, and professional discussions. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out services to industry standards. The trade test at entry ensures the course is pitched at the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Fareham 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 women's services.
  • Senior stylist. Take on more complex colour and cutting work in a salon.
  • Salon manager. Progress into running day-to-day salon operations.
  • Freelance hairdresser. Work independently with your own client base.
  • Session stylist. Work on photoshoots, fashion shows, or TV and film sets.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing. If you want to add an NVQ to your portfolio, this can strengthen your standing with employers.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. If you'd like to teach hairdressing, this qualification opens the door to assessor and tutor roles in colleges and training centres.
  • Barbering qualifications. Broaden your skills into men's hairdressing and expand the services you can offer.

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