Course Overview
The Level 3 VTCT Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing is an advanced qualification designed to refine and extend the skills of learners aiming to work confidently as professional hairdressers. The course focuses on developing competence in complex techniques such as advanced cutting, creative colouring, colour correction, and specialist styling for a range of hair types and clients. Learners also gain a deeper understanding of consultation, product knowledge, health and safety, and the business aspects of working in the hairdressing industry. Training takes place in a realistic salon environment, enabling learners to build.
All essential Hair equipment and products needed for lessons and assessments will be provided within the training salon. However, learners are required to purchase their own uniform and personal hair kit to support their practical development. The uniform ensures a professional appearance and meets industry standards, while the individual kit allows learners to practise skills independently and maintain good hygiene throughout the course. Full details of the required items, costs, and suppliers will be provided during interviews / induction evenings.
Course Modules
Course Information
Level 2 Hairdressing
4 GCSE grade 3 and above (including Maths & English).
This course is only for learners under 19 years of age.
Assessment for the Level 3 VTCT Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing is completed through a combination of practical observations, written assessments, and externally marked exams. Learners are observed carrying out advanced services such as creative cutting, colouring, colour correction, and specialist styling in a realistic salon environment to demonstrate high-level technical skill, creativity, and professional standards. Knowledge and understanding are assessed through written tasks, assignments, and VTCT-set online exams covering consultation, hair science, health and safety, and industry practice.
Level 2 Diploma in Barbering
This qualification may lead directly into employment in the hairdressing industry a senior hairdresser, a salon manager or to work as an independent hairdresser.
Supporting you
Travel
The below travel map highlights the campuses where you can study this course.
FREE SHUTTLE BUS | between Bromsgrove and Redditch campuses | the freedom to travel at any point of your college day.
Redditch
Redditch has many links to surrounding towns with a circular around Redditch itself including Bromsgrove, Kidderminster, Kings Heath, Evesham, Droitwich, Solihull, Worcester, and Birmingham. The train and bus stations are in close proximity to one another and are a short walk to Peakman Campus and a slightly longer walk to Alliance House.
Redditch Train Station
- Redditch station
Bromsgrove Road
Redditch
Worcestershire
B97 4RB - A 7-minute walk to Peakman Campus
- A 15-minute walk to Alliance House
Redditch Bus Station
- Redditch Bus Station
Unit 6
Evesham Street
Redditch
B97 4EX - An 8-minute walk to Peakman Campus
- A 17-minute walk to Alliance House
Worcester
Worcester is accessible by bus and train with numerous links from all over the county and further. The bus and train stations are a short walk to all of our campuses with The Duckworth Centre of Engineering being a little further.
Worcester Train Station
- Worcester Foregate Street Station
Foregate Street
Worcester
Worcestershire
WR1 1DB - An 8-minute walk to All Saints Building
- A 9-minute walk to Cathedral Building
- A 9-minute walk to St Andrews Building
- A 9-minute walk to St Wulstan’s Building
- A 5-minute walk to St Dunstan’s Building
- A 23-minute walk to The Duckworth Centre of Engineering
Worcester Bus Station
- Worcester Crowngate
Worcester
WR1 3LE - A 6-minute walk to All Saints Building
- A 7-minute walk to Cathedral Building
- A 7-minute walk to St Andrews Building
- A 7-minute walk to St Wulstan’s Building
- A 4-minute walk to St Dunstan’s Building
- A 24-minute walk to The Duckworth Centre of Engineering