Barbering - Level 2

As part of your Level 2 Certificate in Barbering qualification, you will study the following core and specialist units:

• Following Health and Safety salon practices

• Client consultation for hair services

• Shampooing/conditioning the host

• Styling men's hair

• Cutting men's hair

• 2D Patterning techniques in hair

• Cutting men's facial hair

• Basic colour correction (optional)

Applicants must have Level 2 Functional Skills in English or the equivalent GCSE. ESOL learners should have achieved Level 1 in all 4 elements – speaking, listening, reading and writing. You will be asked to produce the evidence of the appropriate qualification. The ideal candidate will be a good communicator and listener with excellent social skills, demonstrate a degree of artistic skills and flair, be highly dexterous, friendly and have physical stamina. You will be expected to attend all sessions in full and participate in some self directed learning on a weekly basis.

This will comprise of:

• Practical Assessments

• Exams

• Assignments

Internal online exams will be taken periodically throughout the course for the mandatory units. Practical skills will be assessed after training and practice.

A voluntary or paid work placement within a barbering/hairdressing salon is advantageous and recommended.

The full cost for this course is approximately £822. If you are unemployed and in receipt of benefit or earning below the low wage threshold, the course is fully funded. If you are 19-23 you must have already achieved a full level 2 to qualify for the funding above. If you do not meet the criteria listed above, you will have to pay 50% of the fee. Please note: all quoted fees are subject to change.

You will need to purchase a professional uniform and kit. Order forms will be supplied on your first day. The uniform must be worn at all times when in salon and in addition to this you must wear full black shoes.