Hairdressing Level 3

Hairdressing - VTCT NVQ Level 3 Diploma

This course provides an excellent opportunity for students to develop advanced techniques to a specialist level and give your career that extra boost.

Entry Requirements

NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing or equivalent qualification. You have to be competent at assignment writing a good level of literacy would be an advantage.  You will be asked to attend an interview with a programme tutor.

Specification Outline

The course is a 1 year programme delivered over 10 hours per week (usually 2 days).The programme will be delivered by theory sessions, practical workshops and commercial based salons.  Independent study is an essential part and requirement of the course. As part of the course you will be expected to be working within the industry or to take part in the industrial placement programme With this hands on programme you will learn the following aspects of hairdressing:

    Monitor procedures to safely control work operations

    Promote additional services or products to clients

    Provide hairdressing consultation services

    Creatively cut hair using a combination of techniques

    Colour hair using a variety of techniques

    Provide colour correction services

    Creatively style and dress hair

    Creatively dress long hair

    Develop and enhance your creative hairdressing skills

A tutorial programme is mandatory and supports the student throughout their studies with guidance and individual learning plans put into action.

Methods of Assessment

The programme is based on continual assessment and you will be assessed through observation of practical skills, oral questioning, assignment work and written questions.  A portfolio will be produced throughout your course of evidence towards your competency. You will also be required to actively take part in a Level 3 Hair Show, which will showcase your talent and work during the program.

Progression

On successful completion of this course you can specialise in any aspect of hairdressing including photographic work, cruise ships, television.  You could progress on to a Foundation Degree in Salon Management at various universities.

General

You will be required to purchase a salon uniform which is mandatory