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Hairdressing Level 3 Diploma

East Sussex College - Lewes

Mountfield Road, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2XH

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 3
Retail and Commercial Enterprise

Available start dates

Available start dates

Tuesday, 07 September 2027
East Sussex College - Lewes
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours
You will be required to purchase a college kit which includes Level 3 salon wear. Attendance is compulsory on some trips and visits, which is £25.

Application Instructions

You can only apply for one course type on an application.

Applying for A-Levels and/or V-Levels? You can choose to study three A-Levels or create a mixed programme combining A-Levels with other qualifications, including the new V-Levels. You will select the courses from a list of relevant subjects when you apply.

Applying for T-Levels? T-Levels are full-time courses that allow you to focus on one subject.

Applying for Vocational courses? Our technical and professional vocational courses are full-time programmes focusing on one subject. You can apply for up to two courses in the same application.

We accept applications to more than one campus; however once you have attended an interview session and received an offer from us, you will need to confirm your first-choice course and the campus you want to study at.

Course Summary

Hairdressing is an ever expanding, exciting and competitive industry. On this Level 3 course you will gain an increased depth of knowledge and skills, including specialised skills and techniques in creative cutting, colouring, dressing and styling short and long hair. You will also receive training in specialist consultation and treatment services for hair and scalp conditions.

Course Details

Hairdressing is an ever-expanding, exciting and competitive industry. This Level 3 course will provide you with in-depth knowledge and skills that will help you succeed in this industry. You will build on the basic skills you have learned at Level 2, and acquire more specialised skills and techniques in creative cutting, colouring, dressing and styling hair, both short and long and men's hairstyling. Hands-on, creative lessons in our modern, well-equipped studios will give you the opportunity to carry out services on paying clients, increase your confidence, and develop excellent customer service. You will have specialist consultation and treatment services training for hair and scalp conditions and learn how to plan, organise, and carry out a promotional event, such as a coffee morning. You will also have the opportunity to participate in competitions and showcase your skills at the college Hair Show. Opportunities to shine will include encouragement to take part in internal and external skills events.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

You will build a portfolio of work and evidence throughout the year, and you will be observed while you carry our practical hairdressing tasks. You will also be required to sit exams and complete written assignments.

Entry requirements

Successful completion of the Level 2 course and GCSE English Language or maths at grade 4.

Your next steps...

Once you have finished this course, you will be able to gain employment as a hairdresser. If you would like to continue with your studies and are interested in gaining new skills, then you can study one of our other Level 3 courses, such as Make-Up, Beauty Therapy, or our Level 4 in Salon Management.

Additional information


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