Gain the skills and confidence that employers are looking for.
Industry professionals who are as passionate about your success as you are.
Opportunities to train in our busy real salon with real clients.
Recognised for excellence across Leeds and West Yorkshire.
Westrow is committed to achieving equality of opportunity for all staff, students and members of the community it serves. In doing so, the college will actively work to achieve equality, regardless of age, race, skin colour, disability, gender, marital status, sexuality or faith.
The Advanced and Creative Hair Professional Level 3 course combines practical work-based learning in a commercial salon with training sessions at Westrow Academy.
Learners will build on their existing Level 2 skills, developing advanced cutting, colouring, styling, consultation and creative interpretation techniques. The course is designed to help hairdressers become more confident, independent and fashion-focused, while continuing to develop the professional behaviours expected within the salon environment.
Learners will also develop their knowledge of safe working practices, client care, communication, personal development and the wider responsibilities of working as an advanced hair professional.
All courses require employment for a minimum duration of 16 hours per week.
This course is designed for qualified hairdressers who are ready to progress their skills to an advanced creative level.
Learners should hold an NVQ Level 2 in Hairdressing, or an equivalent hairdressing qualification with relevant salon experience. As this is an advanced apprenticeship route, practical salon experience is an important part of the programme.
The course runs between 13 and 18 months.
On completion, learners can progress into advanced roles within the hairdressing industry, including Creative Hair Stylist, Advanced Senior Stylist, Senior Hair Professional or Specialist Technician.
Further progression may include management qualifications, specialist hairdressing techniques, assessor awards or teacher training.
Full hairdressing kits can be purchased directly from the Westrow Academy in partnership with Dennis Williams.
Learners will build a portfolio of evidence throughout the course. This may include written work, oral questioning, practical observation and evidence gathered from salon-based practice.
For learners completing the apprenticeship route, the programme also supports preparation for End-point Assessment, which includes assessment of the learner’s knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours.
At Westrow Academy, our courses are designed to give learners the skills, confidence and professional support they need to progress in the hairdressing industry. Training combines practical experience, expert guidance and structured learning, helping each learner develop at the right pace while building the knowledge and techniques required for their chosen qualification.
Depending on the course, learning may take place through a combination of salon-based training, Academy sessions, practical demonstrations, theory work, observations and ongoing reviews. This ensures learners can apply their skills in real working environments while receiving regular support from experienced educators.
Learners benefit from:
