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From 3-hour master classes in hairdressing skills open to anyone (covering topics such as creating up dos; smoothing and straightening; and curling and backcombing) to full-time courses at levels 1, 2, and 3 there’s something for you at Leicester College. When you study hairdressing with us you’ll benefit from real industry experience in our commercial salon which is open to the public. It’s also possible to undertake intermediate and advanced level apprenticeships in hairdressing, which will allow you to earn a wage while studying for a professional qualification in College.

Who are Leicester College’s hairdressing courses for?

Our hairdressing courses are for you if you want to work as a hair stylist. Our short courses are also ideal if you want to learn how to do your own (or someone else’s) hair for a special occasion. Courses are open to anyone from school leavers to adult learners looking for a career change, and we can help you find the appropriate level of course for you based on your existing qualifications and work experience. Learners aged 16-19 will follow a study programme which will include GCSE or functional skills English and maths if you don’t already have grade 4 (C).

Further information

Work experience in our salon will form a compulsory part of your full-time course. Trips, exhibitions and trade show visits may also be offered to complement your studies. You will need to purchase a hairdressing kit and uniform, and assessment will include online tests as well as practical assessments.

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Hairdressing Advanced Technical Diploma level 3 – C0614

Course Code: C0614

Key Information

Start Date 01 Sep 2020
Study Hours Full Time
Duration 1 year
Campus Freemen's Park Campus

This Hairdressing Advanced Technical Diploma level 3, aims to provide you with a range of specialist practical skills and technical knowledge which will equip you to gain employment or further training within the hairdressing industry. This qualification is graded Pass/Merit/Distinction/Distinction* You will require a level 2 qualification in hairdressing before enrolling on this course. If […]

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Hairdressing Introductory Diploma level 1 – C0613

Course Code: C0613

Key Information

Start Date 01 Sep 2020
Study Hours Full Time
Duration 1 year
Campus Freemen's Park Campus

The course is an introduction to the hairdressing industry and will provide you with the skills to work as an assistant to a qualified hairdresser. You will learn many new hairdressing skills including developing customer service skills. If you are aged 16-18, you will be enrolled on a study programme, which will include retaking GCSEs […]

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Barbering Diploma level 2 – C3856

Course Code: C3856

Key Information

Start Date 07 Sep 2020
Study Hours Full Time
Duration 1 year
Campus Freemen's Park Campus

This exciting hands-on course is designed to give you all the skills needed to begin your career in barbering without any previous experience. You will learn the key techniques of cutting, styling, health and safety and hygiene, allowing you to progress onto a another barbering or hairdressing course or go straight into barbering professionally at a junior level.

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Women’s Hairdressing Diploma level 3 – C3974

Course Code: C3974

Key Information

Start Date 07 Sep 2020
Study Hours Full Time
Duration 1 year
Campus Freemen's Park Campus

This Hairdressing Diploma level 3, aims to provide you with a range of specialist practical skills and technical knowledge which will equip you to gain employment or further training within the hairdressing industry. This qualification is graded Pass/Merit/Distinction You will require a level 2 qualification in hairdressing before enrolling on this course. If you are […]

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Advanced Hairdressing NVQ Diploma level 3 – C2334

Course Code: C2334

Key Information

Start Date Various
Study Hours Part Time
Duration Various
Campus Offsite

Hairstyles and techniques are ever-changing, the needs and wants of customers can change daily so it's important a hairdresser has the skills and vision to create new and interesting hairstyles for their client. This course allows you to develop your skills and become a well-rounded hairdresser.

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Award in Cutting Men’s Hair VA – C1489

Course Code: C1489

Key Information

Start Date Various
Study Hours Part Time
Duration 10 weeks

This course, in collaboration with Leicester Barbering Academy, is designed to give you a head start with the foundational skills needed for a career in this industry. You will learn consultation techniques around different hair types and characteristics as well as a wide range of cutting techniques and clipper work.

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Georges: Hair Professional Intermediate Apprenticeship – P0207

Course Code: P0207

Key Information

Start Date Various
Study Hours Full Time
Duration 24 months
Campus Offsite

Hairdressers will be able to shampoo and condition hair, cut hair using a range of techniques, style and finish hair to create a variety of looks, and colour and lighten hair for ladies. Hairdressers must be able to work with all hair types ranging from straight hair to very curly, wiry hair. They also need […]

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