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NVQ Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Kidderminster

Cost£3,345.00
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body
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About this course

NVQ Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Kidderminster. Classes run full-time at Kidderminster College Main Campus, five days a week during the day. This level 3 NVQ hairdressing course runs for 35 weeks. You'll develop advanced cutting, colouring, and styling techniques, working toward the skills professional hairdressers use every day. The VTCT NVQ hairdressing qualification is assessed through practical work and knowledge checks throughout the course. Check the college website for current entry requirements, as concessions on fees may be available.

Who this course is for

Anyone wanting to expand their knowledge and skills in the subject

Entry requirements

Please see our website for current details.

What you will learn

  • You'll cut and style hair using a range of advanced techniques.
  • You'll colour and lighten hair, including highlights and full-colour services.
  • You'll provide scalp and hair treatments for different hair types.
  • You'll consult with clients and recommend services based on their needs.
  • You'll style and finish hair using blow-drying, setting, and dressing techniques.
  • You'll manage salon services and work professionally within a salon environment.
  • You'll understand the science of hair and scalp to inform your practice.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a salon environment, alongside classroom-based knowledge work. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course. You'll be assessed on your practical skills through observed performance and on your knowledge through written or verbal assessments. A portfolio of evidence will record your progress across the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Kidderminster College Main Campus 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 salon operations and staff.
  • Colour technician. Specialise in colouring and lightening services.
  • Session stylist. Work on photoshoots, TV, or fashion events.
  • Freelance hairdresser. Build your own client base and set your own hours.
  • Barber. Extend your skills into men's grooming and barbering.

What you could study next

With a Level 3 NVQ 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 could support a move into running your own business. Some hairdressers go on to study trichology or advanced colour courses to specialise further.

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