Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Truro. Evening hairdressing classes run at Truro College, part-time over 34 weeks. To join, you'll need a Level 2 Hair qualification and some industry experience. An interview is also required. The course develops your practical skills to an advanced level, covering a range of techniques so you can carry out salon services independently and support others in a team. Evening classes make it possible to fit study around existing work commitments.
Who this course is for
Develop your practical skills to an advanced level through a variety of techniques to enable you to perform your own salon services as well as support others.
Entry requirements
Students must hold a Level 2 Hair qualification and have industry experience. Interview essential.
What you will learn
You'll perform advanced cutting techniques across a range of hair types and styles.
You'll apply complex colouring and lightening services to a professional standard.
You'll carry out chemical treatments, including perming and relaxing.
You'll style and finish hair using a variety of tools and methods.
You'll support and guide junior team members in a salon environment.
You'll consult with clients to plan and adapt services to their needs.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in a classroom and salon environment at Truro College. You'll be assessed through practical demonstrations, observations of your work with clients, and written or oral questioning. Assessment covers both your technical skills and your understanding of the science and safety behind each service.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Truro College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser working in a salon
Senior stylist: leading services and supporting junior staff
Colour technician: specialising in colouring and lightening treatments
Salon manager: overseeing day-to-day salon operations
Self-employed hairdresser: running your own mobile or chair-rental business
Session stylist: working on shoots, shows, or media productions
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: if you want to add an NVQ to your portfolio, this sits alongside your VTCT qualification and is recognised for CSCS-equivalent trade evidence in some salon groups.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: opens the door to teaching hairdressing at a college or training provider.
Level 3 Award in Trichology: specialist knowledge of scalp and hair conditions, useful for advanced client consultations.
