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Level 3 Certificate in Advanced and Creative Hairdressing

Level 3 Certificate in Advanced and Creative Hairdressing

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Course Overview

HiQual UK delivers the Level 3 Certificate in Advanced and Creative Hairdressing, designed for stylists and salon professionals seeking to refine their creative and technical skills. The program emphasizes advanced cutting, coloring, styling, and creative design techniques, alongside compliance with health, safety, and professional salon standards. Participants will gain the competence to deliver innovative hairdressing services, manage client consultations, and prepare audit‑ready documentation for regulated environments.

Qualification Details

Qualification Title Level 3 Certificate in Advanced and Creative Hairdressing
Total Credits 50
Guided Learning Hours 500
Qualification Time 500
  1. Advanced Cutting & Styling Techniques Precision cutting, layering, and creative styling methods.

  2. Creative Hair Design & Fashion Trends Designing innovative looks inspired by fashion, culture, and client needs.

  3. Advanced Coloring & Chemical Treatments Balayage, ombré, highlights, and safe chemical application.

  4. Hair Extensions & Specialist Services Application, maintenance, and removal of extensions and specialist treatments.

  5. Client Consultation & Professional Communication Understanding client needs, building trust, and delivering tailored services.

  6. Salon Management & Professional Practice Workflow organization, customer service, and compliance with salon standards.

  7. Health, Safety & Hygiene in Hairdressing PPE, sterilization, hazard identification, and OSHA compliance.

  8. Creative Portfolio Development Building a professional portfolio showcasing advanced and creative work.

  9. Documentation & Record‑Keeping in Hairdressing Practice Client records, treatment logs, and audit‑ready documentation.

  10. Case Studies & Practical Applications in Creative Hairdressing Real‑world salon scenarios, competitions, and applied creative projects.

  • Builds competence in advanced cutting, coloring, and creative design

  • Enhances compliance with RQF, City & Guilds, OSHA, and salon standards

  • Strengthens skills in client consultation, portfolio development, and salon management

  • Provides tools for audit‑ready documentation and professional practice

  • Offers recognized certification to support careers in creative hairdressing, salon leadership, and fashion styling

  • Professional hair stylists and salon assistants

  • Individuals seeking advanced creative skills in hairdressing

  • Learners progressing from Level 2 Certificate in Hairdressing (HCCP‑212) or equivalent qualifications

  • Assessment Type: Written exam + creative portfolio + viva

  • Format: MCQs, applied case studies, portfolio submission, and oral defense

  • Total Questions: 60 theory + 1 creative portfolio + 1 viva

  • Passing Score: 70%

  • Duration: 6–8 weeks (100–120 hours total)

  • Certification: Level 3 Certificate in Advanced and Creative Hairdressing (ACHC)

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