Hairdressing Diploma (Evening)

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LOCATION & START DATE
Cornwall College Camborne - 8 September 2025
LEVEL
Level 3 Levels Explained
DURATION
1 Year
LEARNING AREA
Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy Find out more
ATTENDANCE
Part-time

Course information

This Level 3 course is designed to be a progression route for Level 2 hairdressers wanting to gain employment within the hairdressing industry and is aimed at learners wishing to further their existing hairdressing skills.

During this course you will be given the opportunity to train in one of our industry standard salons, work in a realistic environment and use the latest equipment, machinery and products within the industry.

Alongside this training, you will be required to complete work related experience within the industry to enrich your programme of study and gain employability skills. You are also required to complete course work and research in your own time towards completion of this qualification

Throughout this course you will learn a variety of advanced practical skills and the associated knowledge, which will develop your employment opportunities within the hairdressing industry. This is an intensive, knowledge-based course and enthusiasm and motivation are important if you wish to succeed on the course.

You will learn how to:

- cut women’s and men’s hair using a variety of advanced techniques
- creatively colour and lighten hair
- creatively style and dress hair
- colour correction services
- be involved with induction, consultation, treatment care and advice, as well as tailoring aftercare advice to individual clients.

You will need a Level 2 hairdressing qualification and a real interest in the hairdressing industry. Excellent communication skills are essential, as is the ability to be professional, courteous and discreet when working with clients.

As part of your course you will be required to carry out Work Experience and/or an Industry Placement.

Practical work will be assessed in the commercial salon working on members of the public in real life scenerios.

Afterwards, you may wish to progress on to the salon management qualification or use your new qualification to gain employment in industry.

Opportunities exist in the UK as well as overseas for this fast growing industry. You may move into management or become a trainer, lecturer or a company field technician.

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Tuition Fees: £3345.00
If you are aged 19+, the cost of the course will depend on your circumstances. Detailed information can be found in our Financial Support Section.
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