Barbering Apprenticeship

Start date: Rolling Programme
Duration: 18 months to two years
Course time: 1 day per week
Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details.

Level 2

With men putting almost as much effort into their appearance as women these days, the demand for skilled barbers to cut and style hair is on the rise. This Apprenticeship will teach you how to give client consultations, cut hair, trim and shape facial hair and shampoo and condition hair and scalp. You could also choose to learn how to colour hair or cut basic patterns in hair.

Level 3

If you take this as an Advanced Apprenticeship you may learn how to carry out a shave or provide facial massage. You’ll be on your feet and working to please all sorts of customers, so a friendly nature and good sense of humour will come in handy. Your own appearance will also be important, since customers will want to know that creating a good impression matters to you.

What will I gain?
A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. (To include NVQ L2, Key Skills @ Level 1 & ERR)

Who is it for?
For anyone wishing to specialise in cutting men’s hair.

What will I study?
How to give client consultations, cut hair, trim & shape facial hair, shampoo & condition.

How is work assessed?
You will attend college one day a week and your work will be assessed through observation and by building a portfolio of evidence.

What can it lead to?
Successful completion can lead to a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship.

How do I get onto the course?
Interview required for admission onto the course, plus confirmation of full-time employment.