Hairdressing Level 3 (FHAI)

We’re pretty sure that you know exactly what a hairdresser is. Also known as hairstylists, they specialise in cutting, colouring and styling people’s hair in a way that complements their features such as skin complexion and face shape in order to enhance their overall appearance.

There is so much more to being a hairdresser than just cutting or styling hair. The basic hairdresser job description includes responsibilities beyond hair treatments such as maintaining the cleanliness of the salon and equipment, looking after the inventory of hair products, collecting payments and ensuring that the clients receive exemplary customer service in an orderly and timely manner.

Most hairdressers possess a vast range of skills, but some might choose to specialise in particular treatments and styling techniques. Choosing a specific area of expertise could help you stand out from other hairstylists and put you in higher demand as a consequence. Some of the treatments that aren’t usually considered to be standard include the following:

Specific colouring techniques e.g. balayage

Artificial hair extensions and weaves

Chemical relaxing / keratin straightening

Traditional or modern perms

hair extension styling

Braiding

Occasion styling e.g. weddings

Scalp treatment

Hot oil treatment

Detox treatment

Hair glossing

The aim of this course is to provide a programme of training, leading to a nationally recognised professional qualification to prepare you for working within the hairdressing industry. This course covers most aspects of advanced Hairdressing.

You will take part in various competitions in and out of the College which will then open up more job opportunities upon completion.

Course themes:

Consulting with and advising clients

Providing hair and scalp treatment services

Cutting and colour hair to create a variety of fashion looks

Creative hair design skills

Creatively styling and dressing hair

Colouring correction

Online tests to complete throughout the course. Practical assessments to complete on paying clients – these are required for each unit.

Progression to employment, either working in a salon or other routes available e.g. cruise ships, spas, hotels etc. You could also progress to Beauty Therapy Level 2.