Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing

£3,345.00

Advance Your Hairdressing Career in Just 6 Months
📍 Gloucester Academy | Thursdays | 24 weeks (6 months)

Take your skills to the next level with our industry-recognised Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing. Designed for qualified Level 2 hairdressers, this advanced course develops your expertise in creative cutting, colouring, styling, colour correction, and professional client consultation, helping you become a confident and highly skilled stylist.

Train in a fully equipped salon environment with experienced tutors and gain the advanced techniques employers and clients demand.

September 2026 intake now open. Limited places available.

✔ Government-backed funding available – no upfront fees for eligible learners
✔ Classes run 9.30am–2.30pm
✔ Small class sizes (maximum 6–8 learners)
✔ Professional salon training with all materials provided
✔ Career opportunities in salons, freelance, mobile, and self-employed hairdressing

Entry Requirement: Level 2 Hairdressing qualification required
Course Fee: £3,345

Advance Your Hairdressing Career in Just 6 Months
📍 Gloucester Academy | Thursdays | 24 weeks (6 months)

Take your skills to the next level with our industry-recognised Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing. Designed for qualified Level 2 hairdressers, this advanced course develops your expertise in creative cutting, colouring, styling, colour correction, and professional client consultation, helping you become a confident and highly skilled stylist.

Train in a fully equipped salon environment with experienced tutors and gain the advanced techniques employers and clients demand.

September 2026 intake now open. Limited places available.

✔ Government-backed funding available – no upfront fees for eligible learners
✔ Classes run 9.30am–2.30pm
✔ Small class sizes (maximum 6–8 learners)
✔ Professional salon training with all materials provided
✔ Career opportunities in salons, freelance, mobile, and self-employed hairdressing

Entry Requirement: Level 2 Hairdressing qualification required
Course Fee: £3,345

September 2026 intake — apply now

A new career in as little as 6 months

Fund your training. Start earning sooner than you think.

6 months • Thursdays
9.30am – 2.30pm 6–8 learners Gloucester
Government-backed funding — no upfront fees for eligible learners
Advanced learner loans available
Level 3 NVQ Diploma
UK Accredited
Small class sizes
September 2026 start
Prerequisite: Must hold a Level 2 Hairdressing qualification to enrol.
Advance your hairdressing career in just 6 months. This nationally recognised Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing is designed for qualified stylists ready to progress. With small class sizes, expert tutors, and hands-on training in a professional salon environment, you'll develop advanced cutting, colouring, and styling skills to start earning more and stand out in a competitive industry.

September 2026 intake now open — secure your place today.

What you'll learn

  • Creative cutting techniques for women & men
  • Advanced colouring & colour correction
  • Styling & dressing hair for all occasions
  • Professional shampooing & scalp treatments
  • Men's cutting and barbering techniques
  • Client consultation & professional advice
  • Health, safety & salon hygiene
  • Salon business & retail skills
Hands-on salon training Expert tutor support Professional equipment Real client experience

Your career after qualifying

This qualification opens doors to UK and international opportunities. You could work as a:

Senior hairdresser Salon stylist Freelance hairdresser Mobile stylist Salon owner / manager

Further progression opportunities

Advanced hairdressing courses Barbering qualifications Media & creative makeup Level 4 management & salon leadership

⚠️ Limited places available. First-come, first-served.