This course is designed for students who have passed Level 2 and for hairdressers in the industry that have a basic working knowledge of hairdressing. Once completed the you will be able to perform more technical services with skilled techniques and have the knowledge to tackle problems.

Course Overview
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Fri, 03 Jul 2026
A minimum of three GCSEs is desirable, including a grade 3 in English, a grade 3 in Maths and in Science. Additionally, achieving a Merit in your previo...
A minimum of three GCSEs is desirable, including a grade 3 in English, a grade 3 in Maths and in Science. Additionally, achieving a Merit in your previous Level 2 vocational subject is required.
For all courses, students with lower than a grade 4 in English and/or Maths will resit as part of their study programme.
You will also be interviewed and must demonstrate a positive attitude & commitment to the course.
A willingness to be a model throughout the duration of the course for all units is required.
Course information
Mandatory-
302 Monitor and maintain health & safety practice in the salon
303 Hairdressing consultation support for colleagues
305 Style and dress hair using a variety of techniques
Optional-
304-Cut women’s hair to create a variety of looks
306 Colour hair to create a variety of looks
410 Hair colour correction
1 Year
You will work on real clients in the commercial salons. Your theory will be assessed with online tests throughout the course. There will be some home study as well. You will develop customer service and practical skills in the commercial salons at the college.
You will work on real clients in the commercial salons. Your theory will be assessed with online tests throughout the course. There will be some home study as well. You will develop customer service and practical skills in the commercial salons at the college.
Level 3 Diploma in Hair Services
You will work on real clients in the commercial salons. Your theory will be assessed with online tests throughout the course. There will be some home study as well. You will develop customer service and practical skills in the commercial salons at the college.
Apprenticeship or a career in industry
Level 3
A Kit & Unifrom must be purchased within 6 weeks of enrolling for the course. Details of the Kit & Uniform are handed out during the enrollment process. Bursaries are available for those who are eligible – subject to individual assessment.