Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing

On this Level 3 Hairdressing course you will develop artistic flair and gain insight into supervisory roles within salons. All skills are at an advanced level.

P10496

Bangor, Downpatrick, Lisburn

Full-Time

Further Education

Hairdressing

Available Sessions

We have 3 sessions available for application on this course in Lisburn, Bangor, Downpatrick.

Why Study This Course

This course is designed to take your Hairdressing skills to the next level and prepare you for a career as a Senior Stylist, Hair Company Technician or start your own business or work on a cruise liner.

There is a hands-on approach to this course where you will gain experience in the College Beauty Salons of Shadeka and Revive and is enriched with opportunities to visit Professional Trade show in Dublin, and receive specialist skills delivered by external companies such as, Wella Advanced colouring techniques, Osmo creative styling and finishing, and business set ups.

In the College Hairdressing Salons of Shadeka, De Courcey and Revive, you will learn how to create a variety of looks using advanced cutting techniques, increase your styling skills and further develop your knowledge and skills in colouring knowledge and techniques.

Course Overview

The course will be delivered on campus 15 hours per week and will consist of:

A professional & technical qualification equivalent to a minimum of 2 A-Level's;

Employability qualification;

Level 2 Essential Skills in numeracy and literacy (if required);

A 2-week induction;

Professional & Technical skills development;

Participation in the college commercial salon;

You will need:

to have successfully completed a Level 2 qualification in hairdressing and
have a successful outcome at skills tests and interview.

Mature students with experience but not the entry requirements will also be eligible to apply.

Full-time student you will be required to attend essential skills in Literacy and Numeracy if you do not have a GCSE grade C or above in English and Maths

Students will be required to purchase a uniform and kit to include 2 training heads; staff will provide information at interviews.

Module's studied will include:

Creatively style and dress hair
Creatively colour and lighten hair
Provide client consultation services
Creatively cut hair using a combination of techniques
Contribute to the planning implementation and evaluation of promotional activities
Hair colour correction services

Assessments will be carried out on paying clients.

Successful completion of this course can lead to employment or further study at Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Techniques and Management Practice in Hairdressing or Level 3 Diploma in Theatrical, Special Effects and Hair and Media Make-Up.

Available Sessions

We have 3 sessions available for application on this course in Lisburn, Bangor, Downpatrick.

For more information or help with this course send us an enquiry and a member of our team will get back in touch.

Sara Beggs

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing

My course at SERC has allowed me to begin a career path that I am excited about. The teaching at the college is exceptional, the tutors are patient and supportive and you can tell that they really want you to succeed.

Available Sessions

Title	Campus	Start	Spaces
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing Y10496BF1A-25/26-FT	Bangor	01/09/2025	14	More Info
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing Y10496DF1A-25/26-FT	Downpatrick	01/09/2025	14	More Info
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing Y10496LF1A-25/26-FT	Lisburn	01/09/2025	14	More Info
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Terms & Conditions

Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.

We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.

Courses are continually reviewed to take advantage of new teaching approaches and developments in research, industry and the professions. Please be aware that modules may change for your year of entry. The exact modules available and their order may vary depending on course updates, staff availability, timetabling and student demand. Please contact the course team for the most up to date module list.

In addition to the above Terms & Conditions students must also adhere to the following:

Students are required to:

Comply with College Policies and procedures
Submit all coursework and assessments by specified dates, coursework submitted without consent after the deadline shall not normally be accepted
Pass all modules in each year of study in order to proceed to the next year of the programme.

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