NVQ Level 3 Hairdressing

Acquire advanced skills and knowledge in hairdressing techniques, including cutting, styling, colouring, and client consultation. Develop expertise in creative styling and learn advanced hairdressing theories and practices. Additionally, learners will gain confidence in managing client relationships, understanding hair and scalp conditions, and maintaining health and safety standards within a salon environment. Upon completion, they will be equipped with the necessary skills to pursue a career as a professional hairdresser or stylist, with opportunities for progression within the industry.

Course Content

• Health and Safety Legislation and Practice

Gain an understanding of health and safety legislation relevant to the hairdressing industry. Learn to identify potential hazards in the salon environment, implement safety procedures, and maintain a safe and hygienic working environment for both clients and staff.

• Personal Professionalism 

Develop the skills and attributes necessary to create a positive impression of themselves and their organisation. Through professionalism in appearance, communication, and conduct, students enhance customer satisfaction and build trust with clients.

• Client Consultation and Communication

This unit emphasises the importance of effective communication and consultation skills when interacting with clients. Learn how to conduct thorough consultations, identify clients' needs and preferences, and provide appropriate recommendations and advice.

• Hair and Scalp Analysis

Understand the anatomy and physiology of the hair and scalp. Learn to identify common hair and scalp conditions, assess their causes and effects, and provide appropriate advice and recommendations for maintaining scalp and hair health.

• Advanced Cutting Techniques

This unit focuses on refining cutting skills, including advanced techniques such as layering, graduation, and advanced texturising methods. Learn how to tailor cuts to suit individual clients' needs and preferences.

• Advanced Colouring Techniques

Delve into advanced colour theory and application techniques. Learn about complex colour formulations, colour correction, creative colouring techniques, and how to achieve desired results while maintaining hair health.

• Creative Styling and Finishing Techniques

Explore a range of creative styling and finishing techniques to enhance their repertoire. This may include advanced blow-drying techniques, up styling, braiding, and finishing methods using various styling tools and products.

• Women's Hair Drying

Techniques for drying and styling women's hair are explored in this unit. Learn various drying methods, including blow-drying, diffusing, and air-drying, to achieve desired styles and finishes while maintaining hair health and integrity.

• Changing Women's Hair Colour 

Here we will cover the process of changing women's hair colour, from consultation and formulation to application and aftercare. Learn about different colouring techniques, such as highlights, lowlights, and full-colour changes, to create customised looks that complement each client's skin tone and style preferences

• Promotional Activities and Retailing

Learn about promoting hairdressing services and retail products effectively. Explore marketing strategies, promotional activities, and sales techniques to attract and retain clients, as well as the importance of retailing hair care products to enhance client satisfaction and salon revenue.