Hairdressing is an extremely exciting business and there are many different opportunities. Most progressive salons will expect their staff to attain the NVQ 3 Diploma. This course is designed to build on your passion for the hairdressing industry and is aimed at committed stylists and technicians who are interested in enhancing their creative hairdressing skills.
Level 3
You should be a practising hairdresser and have obtained NVQ Level 2 in Hairdressing.
Selection will be made on the basis of an interview and initial assessment. Personal qualities such as self-motivation, a genuine interest and commitment to study are essential.
7hrs for 36 weeks.
Health and safety
Promote products and services
Consultation with clients
Creative cutting
Dressing hair creatively
Creative hair up
Creative colouring
Colour correction
Creative hairdressing skills
You will learn in a modern, well equipped environment; state-of-the-art hairdressing salons, using industry standard equipment and high quality products. Access to the latest online learning materials will be available, delivered using smartboards and plasma screen TVs. The course will be taught using a variety of approaches these include; practical work, directed learning on computers, independent study and tutorials.
You will complete practical assessments, assignments and online tests.
NVQ 3 in hairdressing could lead to level 4 in salon management.
Senior stylist
Colour technician
Teacher/educator
You will need to purchase a kit and uniform from a college recommended supplier. Order forms are available from college.
