QRN – 610/3557/9 Fee – £94.50
Qualification Overview:
The Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing (RQF) is aimed at learners looking to gain employment as a hairdresser. The qualification will develop the knowledge, understanding and skills in carrying out client consultations, understanding health and safety requirements, and delivering hair services to clients.
Qualification Structure:
To successfully complete the Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Hair Dressing (RQF) learners must complete 5 mandatory units to achieve 37 credits. A minimum of 16 credits must be completed from the optional units to achieve a total of 53 credits.
Learner Entry Requirements:
Focus Awards does not set any other entry requirements, but additional criteria may be requested or specified by the centre.
Progression Routes:
Learners wishing to progress from this qualification can undertake the following qualifications:
Age Ranges:
Entry is at the discretion of the centre. However, learners should be at least 16 to undertake this qualification.
Geographical Coverage:
This qualification is available in England.
Qualification Specification:
To view the Qualification Specification please click here.
Mandatory Units:
| Unit Title | Unit Reference | Level | Credit | GLH |
| Monitor and Maintain Health and Safety Practice in the Salon | R/600/8780 | 3 | 4 | 29 |
| Consultation and Communication Techniques within the Hair Sector | T/650/9410 | 3 | 5 | 35 |
| Provide Hair Cutting Services Using a Range of Techniques | Y/650/9411 | 3 | 9 | 70 |
| Provide Hair Colouring and Lightening Services | A/650/9412 | 3 | 12 | 95 |
| Styling and Dressing Hair Using a Range of Techniques | H/617/4804 | 3 | 7 | 60 |
Optional Units:
| Unit Title | Unit Reference | Level | Credit | GLH |
| Explore Technological Developments within the Hair, Beauty and Associated Areas | F/601/3568 | 3 | 7 | 60 |
| Styling Bridal Hair | D/617/4803 | 3 | 4 | 37 |
| Special Occasion Hair Styles | K/617/4805 | 3 | 3 | 30 |
| Promote and Sell Products and Services to Clients | J/601/5337 | 3 | 4 | 34 |
| Provide Hair Colour Correction Services | D/650/9413 | 3 | 6 | 40 |
| Provide Hair Extension Services | F/650/9414 | 3 | 9 | 60 |
| Perm and Neutralise Hair | H/650/9415 | 3 | 8 | 50 |