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Hairdressing – Level 3 (Daytime)

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Courses Code
QD3HD
Study method
Part Time
Cost*
£2583
Location(s)
Tamworth

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  • Is this course for you?

    Are you already a qualified hairdresser and over 19? Do you want to advance on skills within hairdressing? Then this course is for you. An advanced, hairdressing programme which include a level 4 colour correction unit. You will experience working in a real salon environment where skills are practiced and performed on real paying clients.

    Ideal for people who are working in the industry and want to complete this on a part time basis alongside their job.

  • Required qualifications

    You will have needed to complete level 2 hairdressing within the last 5 years.

  • What skills will I develop?

    This is a vocational qualification and includes all the required elements to advance your skills as a hairdresser.

    Throughout this qualification you will develop your knowledge and understanding of health and safety, client consultation, and products, tools and equipment. You will also develop a range of technical skills enabling you to effectively consult with clients, colour, and cut and finish clients hair to an industry level. Advanced skills in Bridal and colour correction will also be taught. You will also develop interpersonal skills, which will assist you to communicate effectively with clients.

  • Careers

    There are currently 5% more jobs in the West midlands when compared nationally, with this trend continuing to grow in the area over the next few years. It’s a good time to pursue a career within the area and our level 3 qualification will give you skills and confidence for you to thrive.

    Once you have completed the advanced hairdressing course you are qualified to work in a salon as a stylist, colour technician, or bridal specialist. You may decide to progress onto our barbering course or continue with further education. Skills you gain from our course will take you in the vast hairdressing industry with opportunities to work on a cruise ship, hotel/Spa/hospital/theatre/film and tv/rent a chair or become a salon manager, assessor/trainer are just a few routes you may decide to take on your career journey.

    A typical salon wage for a level 3 hairdresser on average is anything from £7-11 per hour, with a yearly salary averaging £13,000- £26,000+ depending on age, experience and area.

  • Work experience

    For a part time program work experience is on a required part, however for a part time level 3, to develop skills further working in the industry would be extremely beneficial.

  • English and maths

    Maths and English is embedded in all aspects of the course, through angles, measuring and reception duties.

  • Other important information

    There is a requirement to purchase a hairdressing kit and uniform Uniform and kit are a compulsory requirement of the course.

    Uniform (Cost to be confirm during enrolment)

    • Black trousers
    • Black flat shoes
    • Black tunic

    Full hairdressing kit (Cost to be confirmed approximately £200)

    This includes training heads, scissors, combs, clips and brushes.

  • Is this course for you?

    Are you already a qualified hairdresser and over 19? Do you want to advance on skills within hairdressing? Then this course is for you. An advanced, hairdressing programme which include a level 4 colour correction unit. You will experience working in a real salon environment where skills are practiced and performed on real paying clients.

    Ideal for people who are working in the industry and want to complete this on a part time basis alongside their job.

  • Required qualifications

    You will have needed to complete level 2 hairdressing within the last 5 years.

  • What skills will I develop?

    This is a vocational qualification and includes all the required elements to advance your skills as a hairdresser.

    Throughout this qualification you will develop your knowledge and understanding of health and safety, client consultation, and products, tools and equipment. You will also develop a range of technical skills enabling you to effectively consult with clients, colour, and cut and finish clients hair to an industry level. Advanced skills in Bridal and colour correction will also be taught. You will also develop interpersonal skills, which will assist you to communicate effectively with clients.

  • Careers

    There are currently 5% more jobs in the West midlands when compared nationally, with this trend continuing to grow in the area over the next few years. It’s a good time to pursue a career within the area and our level 3 qualification will give you skills and confidence for you to thrive.

    Once you have completed the advanced hairdressing course you are qualified to work in a salon as a stylist, colour technician, or bridal specialist. You may decide to progress onto our barbering course or continue with further education. Skills you gain from our course will take you in the vast hairdressing industry with opportunities to work on a cruise ship, hotel/Spa/hospital/theatre/film and tv/rent a chair or become a salon manager, assessor/trainer are just a few routes you may decide to take on your career journey.

    A typical salon wage for a level 3 hairdresser on average is anything from £7-11 per hour, with a yearly salary averaging £13,000- £26,000+ depending on age, experience and area.

  • Work experience

    For a part time program work experience is on a required part, however for a part time level 3, to develop skills further working in the industry would be extremely beneficial.

  • English and maths

    Maths and English is embedded in all aspects of the course, through angles, measuring and reception duties.

  • Other important information

    There is a requirement to purchase a hairdressing kit and uniform Uniform and kit are a compulsory requirement of the course.

    Uniform (Cost to be confirm during enrolment)

    • Black trousers
    • Black flat shoes
    • Black tunic

    Full hairdressing kit (Cost to be confirmed approximately £200)

    This includes training heads, scissors, combs, clips and brushes.

Testimonials

Photo of student Rachel Grainger

In Summer 2023, Rachel won the L’Oréal Colour Trophy Future Talent Award, as well as getting through to the finals of the Wella Professionals TrendVision XPOSURE student competition!

Rachel Grainger

Level 3 Daytime Hairdressing Student

Lucy Johnson, Hairdressing Student

"I have studied hairdressing for the last 3 year's and have loved every second. I have moved from level 1 all the way to level 3, with the help and guidance of all my tutors. I'm hoping to run my own salon in the future and the course is giving me the confidence and skills to do this."

Lucy Johnson

Student

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  • Hairdressing (Day) Level 3

    Tamworth College

    Start Date: 2nd September 2025

    Code: QTD3HD

    Cost: £2583

    Start Time: 12:15 PM

    End Time:21:00 PM

    Part Time: 35 Weeks

    Day(s): Tuesday

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