Start Date
- September 2027, Full Time, Day
What You Will Study
The course is designed to provide you with further confidence and skills in hairdressing, building upon techniques developed at Level 2, enabling you to take on greater responsibility within our operational salon. This includes developing supervisory skills with junior staff.
An element of this course focuses on advanced cutting in ladies hairdressing including use of razors, texturizing, and personalising looks for your clients. You will also develop advanced colouring techniques to produce creative and commercial effects which will enhance client’s hairstyles. You are also taught corrective colouring skills which is a tremendous asset to any hairdresser.
Specialist training in hair extensions is also offered as an enrichment activity with our partner organisation Hair Plus Academy (please note this is an optional training opportunity with an additional fee). Our training salon, Solutions, is run as a fully functioning commercial salon offering a full range of professional consultations and treatments. You will have weekly opportunities to gain first-hand experience of working in the salon using top brands such as ASP and GHD. All of our tutors are highly qualified with excellent industry experience and all work hard to ensure you benefit from this wealth of knowledge.
You will have the opportunity to participate in college events such as fashion shows, the Royal Norfolk Show, hair and beauty shows and other off-site activities to build practical experience. We regularly participate in competitions and in previous years we have had students place in regional and national competitions. There are additional opportunities to visit Salon International, among other events.
Why Choose City College Norwich?
Real Salon Environment
Our training salons are open to the public which gives you the chance to experience working on real clients before you start work.
Entry Requirements
- VRQ or NVQ Level 2 and relevant work/salon experience carried out during Level 2 studies.
- A skills test (full head of foils) completed within a commercially viable time, a short written test of relevant hairdressing knowledge and a short interview with the course leaders (a reference will also be considered to indicate motivation and commitment).
- You will be expected to continue in your GCSE English and maths development unless you have already achieved grade 4 or above.
How You Will Be Assessed
The course is assessed by regular ongoing practical observations and an online Evolve test for each unit taken.
Please note that we expect a certain standard of personal appearance from all of our students.
Course Progression
After successful completion of the course, you may progress onto Level 4 qualifications in hair, beauty or make up artistry. Securing an Advanced Apprenticeships would also be an option.
Where Your Course Can Take You
The hair and beauty industry offers fantastic employment and training opportunities. This sector alone employs nearly a quarter of a million people and is worth over £6 billion to the UK economy.
There are a wide variety of jobs for qualified hairdressers, including salon and spa work both in the UK and abroad. Hairdressers also work in hotels, on cruise liners, in hospitals and health clubs. With further experience, you may become a salon owner or follow a career in hair design for photography and fashion, teaching and training, or work for manufacturers of hairdressing products as a technical advisor. You may also consider becoming self-employed.
For further information check the National Careers Service website for: Hairdresser job profile, Hairdressing and Beauty Industry Authority (HABIA)
Fees
For UK students aged under 19 years old on the 31st August prior to the start of your course, your tuition fees are free. There will be costs for equipment, trips and uniform.
UK students aged 19 years or over on the 31st August prior to the start of your course, will need to pay tuition fees as well as any equipment, uniform and exam fees. Some adults may be eligible for free tuition. Costs for kit and uniform tbc.
Please check our Finance pages for fee information and any financial help that may be available.
Why Choose City College Norwich?
Real Salon Environment
Our training salons are open to the public which gives you the chance to experience working on real clients before you start work.
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