NVQ Level 3 Hairdressing Course in Maidstone. Classes run at Kleek Academy Maidstone, part-time during the day, over 12 months. To enrol, you'll need a minimum of an NVQ Level 2 Hairdressing qualification or equivalent. The course covers advanced and creative services: precision cutting, creative colouring, colour correction, and salon management. These level 3 nvq hairdressing classes build on your existing skills and prepare you for more senior roles in a salon.
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 applications.
You'll learn colour correction to identify and amend hair colouring issues.
You'll study creative styling and dressing to produce non-conventional looks.
You'll gain knowledge of salon management principles and practices.
How you will learn
You'll learn through in-person, practical sessions at Kleek Academy Maidstone. Assessment is carried out through observed practical performance, portfolio evidence, and written or verbal questioning. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out advanced hairdressing services to a professional standard. The part-time daytime timetable spreads learning across 12 months.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kleek Academy Maidstone 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 colouring, balayage, and colour correction work.
Salon manager: oversee day-to-day salon operations and staff.
Session stylist: work on photoshoots, fashion shows, or editorial projects.
Self-employed hairdresser: run your own chair or mobile hairdressing business.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing in a college or training centre.
Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment: allows you to assess and mentor junior stylists.
Barbering qualifications: broaden your skills into men's grooming and barbering services.
