19+
September 2024
Proficient in English reading, writing, listening and speaking
1 year
£2,583 (loans available)
This course is designed for those aged 19+ with no qualifications or experience in hairdressing, and includes the necessary Level 2 units so that you don’t have to spend extra time and money to start your career as a hair stylist or colour technician.
You could work within hair in the film industry
Our Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing (with Colouring & Styling) is designed for those aged 19+ with no prior experience in hairdressing, teaching you a range of essential and advanced skills to help you start your career as a hair stylist or colourist. Your course is embedded with the required Level 2 modules, which means you don’t have to spend additional time and money to gain a Level 2 qualification first.
You’ll learn to create a variety of looks using advanced cutting techniques, enhance your skills in dressing and styling hair, and increase your knowledge of colouring techniques and products. We’ll also teach you more about health and safety practices, selling and promoting your services and products, and how to support colleagues with consultations.
Practical learning takes place in LCBT’s own Salon where you will have the opportunity to practice your skills with real clients, as well as modelling for other students and sourcing your own models for practical training and assessments. We will provide you with a uniform to wear whilst you are at college and your own hairdressing kit to practice techniques.
Units
Level 2:
Level 3:
Enrichment
You’ll gain practical industry experience and have the opportunity to attend or take part in beauty industry shows, events and careers fairs to help build your knowledge, experience and professional network.
Assessment
Practical assessment, task assignments and online examination.
Awarding Body & Qualification
City & Guilds London Institute
Level 3 Diploma in Hair Services
Entry Requirements
Aged 19+
If you don’t hold a relevant Level 2 qualification in Hairdressing, this will be integrated as part of your one year course. If you already have a relevant Level 2 qualification, you will join the course approximately 8 weeks later.
Proficient in English reading, writing, listening and speaking.
Overseas Applicants
Evidence of your legal right to study in the UK will be required. LCBT is unable to provide any assistance with visa applications.
Important Information
We are a diverse college and you may be in a group with students of all genders. You will be required to perform and receive all treatments with students on your course. If you cannot have certain treatments performed for medical reasons please ensure you let us know when you apply.
Start Dates
June 2024
September 2024
Duration & Timetable
One year, two days per week, which may include some weekends and evenings.
Course fees
19+ with Advanced Learner Loan: £2,583
19+ and overseas applicants: £2,788 (includes materials, uniform and exam fees)
Material fees
19+ with Advanced Learner Loan: £185*
19+ and overseas applicants: included in course fees
*If you already have a full Level 2 hairdressing kit, the materials fee is £47
Uniform fees
19+ with Advanced Learner Loan: £23
19+ and overseas applicants: included in course fees
On successful completion of this course you will gain a Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing (with Colouring & Styling) and you’ll be ready to take on a role as a Senior Stylist.
Our careers advisors can help you decide on the route that is right for you and offer coaching and guidance to support you in securing a job in the hairdressing industry. You’ll also have access to our online Job Shop with current vacancies across the UK.