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Women's Hairdressing Level 3 VRQ Diploma

at City of Portsmouth College, Portsmouth · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2024see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

You will attend theory, portfolio, tutorial and practical sessions and work in a realistic commercial salon environment. You will study advanced techniques to develop and enhance your creative hairdressing skills, including creatively cutting hair and colour correction.

What you need to get on

You will need a minimum of 4 GCSEs grades A*-C including English and Maths. Alternatively you may have a full BTEC Level 2 qualification at merit grade with English and Maths at Level 2 or a full Vocational Diploma with English and Maths at Level 2. An interview and initial assessment, a record of good attendance and punctuality will be required. Students will need to purchase a kit containing all necessary equipment and uniform.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • COPC Highbury Campus

    Tudor Crescent, Portsmouth, PO6 2SA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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