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NVQ Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Darlington

Cost£3,345.00
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body
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About this course

NVQ Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Darlington. Classes run at Kleek Academy Darlington, part-time during the day over 12 months. To enrol, you'll need a minimum of a Level 2 Hairdressing qualification or equivalent. The course covers advanced cutting, creative colour, colour correction, and salon management. It's designed to take your technical and creative skills further, moving you toward senior stylist and creative roles.

Who this course is for

Focuses on advanced and creative services. Explore the principles and practices of advanced hairdressing, precision cutting, colour corrections and salon management. Is perfect for qualified hair stylists, who want to expand their knowledge and skills to become a more creative, technical hairdresser.

Entry requirements

A minimum of an NVQ Level 2 Hairdressing qualification (or equivalent) is required to enrol.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced consultation techniques to understand clients' needs and expectations.
  • You'll practise precision and creative cutting using a combination of techniques.
  • You'll explore creative colouring, including a range of colour combinations and finishes.
  • You'll learn colour correction to identify and resolve colouring issues.
  • You'll master advanced styling and dressing techniques for non-conventional looks.
  • You'll build knowledge of salon management principles and practices.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in the classroom at Kleek Academy Darlington. Training covers real client work across cutting, colouring, and styling. Assessment is through practical observation and portfolio evidence demonstrating your skills and knowledge across each unit of the NVQ Diploma.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Kleek Academy Darlington will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Senior stylist: lead on creative and technical services in a salon.
  • Colour technician: specialise in colour, balayage, and correction work.
  • Salon manager: oversee day-to-day salon operations and staff.
  • Session stylist: work on photoshoots, fashion shows, and editorial projects.
  • Self-employed hairdresser: run your own chair or mobile hairdressing business.

What you could study next

With a level 3 nvq hairdressing qualification, you could move into assessor training with a Level 3 Award in Education and Training, allowing you to teach and assess hairdressing. A Level 4 or 5 qualification in salon management or business could support a move into ownership or management. Some hairdressers go on to specialist training in trichology or advanced colour chemistry.

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