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Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Scarborough – Flexible

CostThe cost of a hairdressing kit is approx. £250
Duration10 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Scarborough. Daytime hairdressing classes run at The Academy Hair and Beauty. This course builds advanced technical skills alongside practical work experience in the hairdressing industry. It covers cutting, colouring, styling, and chemical services at a professional level. The course takes around 10 months with flexible study. You may also work toward Functional Skills in English and maths if needed. A smart personal presentation standard is expected throughout.

Who this course is for

Those who have an interest in or are working in the hairdressing industry and wish to gain advanced skills together with work experience.

Entry requirements

It may be required that the learner works towards level 2 in English and/or maths functional skills if they have not already done so or achieved at least a grade 4 at GCSE Smart personal presentation

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced cutting techniques for a range of hair types and styles.
  • You'll carry out colouring and lightening services, including full colour and highlights.
  • You'll apply chemical services such as perming and relaxing.
  • You'll style and dress hair using a variety of tools and finishing techniques.
  • You'll consult with clients and adapt services to suit individual needs.
  • You'll follow health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon environment.
  • You'll manage your own professional presentation and conduct.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a combination of practical salon-based sessions and classroom teaching at The Academy Hair and Beauty. Assessment includes observed practical work, written assignments, and portfolio evidence. You'll demonstrate skills on real clients as part of your training. Where required, you'll also complete units in Functional Skills English and maths alongside the main qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Academy Hair and Beauty will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a salon setting.
  • Junior Stylist: entry-level styling role building toward senior positions.
  • Colourist: specialist role focusing on colour and lightening services.
  • Salon Manager: senior role overseeing a team and day-to-day operations.
  • Freelance Hairdresser: self-employed work for private clients or events.
  • Session Stylist: hair styling for fashion, media, or editorial work.

What you could study next

With a Level 3 hairdressing qualification, you could move into a Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training if you want to teach hairdressing. A Level 4 or 5 qualification in Salon Management covers business and leadership skills for running your own salon. Some hairdressers also pursue specialist training in trichology or advanced colouring techniques to expand their services.

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