Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Bristol. Classes run at Ashley Down Centre, part-time during the day, one day a week over 34 weeks. The course builds on your Level 2 hairdressing skills and takes you into advanced techniques. You'll cover advanced cutting, colouring, perming, and long hair styling, as well as client consultation and promoting products and services. Classes are taught in industry-standard salon conditions, giving you the chance to work with real clients. You'll need to have completed a Level 2 Hairdressing qualification before joining.
Who this course is for
This course is designed to further develop your hairdressing skills gained at level 2 and cover advanced colouring, cutting and perming techniques to meet industry needs.
Entry requirements
You need to be operating at a minimum of Level 1 English ( Grade D GCSE)
hairdressing Level 2
Total commitment with 100% attendance and punctuality
Good organization, enthusiasm, motivation and an ability to work with the general public
What you will learn
You'll develop advanced cutting techniques to a professional standard.
You'll apply advanced colouring methods, including complex colour treatments.
You'll carry out perming and chemical services to meet industry requirements.
You'll style and dress long hair using advanced techniques.
You'll consult with clients and advise on hair and product choices.
You'll promote products and services within a salon environment.
You'll build the customer care skills needed to work with a range of clients.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at Ashley Down Centre in a professional salon environment, where you'll practise techniques on real clients. Assessment is practical and ongoing throughout the course. You'll be assessed on your technical skills, client consultation, and your ability to meet industry standards across cutting, colouring, and chemical services.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Ashley Down Centre 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 running of a hair salon.
Freelance hairdresser: work independently with your own clients.
Colour technician: specialise in advanced colouring services.
Session stylist: work on photoshoots, fashion, or media productions.
Barber: move into barbering with transferable cutting skills.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the NVQ route is recognised for those seeking a VTCT or City and Guilds NVQ alongside their Certificate.
Level 4 qualifications in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing in a college or training setting.
Higher Education in Creative Arts or Fashion: some universities accept this qualification for degree-level study in related creative subjects.
