Please select how you would like to attend your Barbering course:
Title: Barbering
Pathway: Hair & Beauty
Available Study Options:
Apprenticeship, Full Time, Part Time
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All new Barbering learners start on the Level 2 Diploma in Barbering. You will study theoretical aspects of Barbering, and apply them during practical assessment tasks.
Core topics include:
This qualification is aimed at learners aged 16-18 who need to achieve English and maths GCSE grades 3-9.
Uniform and kit required - more information will be provided after application.
For learners who don't meet the Level 2 entry requirements we offer an introduction via the Skills & Employability pathway. This qualification is a support role within a commercial Hair or Barbering environment and includes a variety of basic Hair and Barbering skills such as shampooing, hair and scalp consultation and basic styling.
Uniform and kit required - more information will be provided after application.
The Level 3 Certificate in Barbering covers advanced practical skills and essential knowledge for working within the barbering industry.
Core topics include:
This qualification is aimed at learners who have previously achieved English and maths GCSE grades 3-9/A-D.
Uniform and kit required - more information will be provided after application.
There will be costs associated with the kit and salon uniform required for the course.
Work experience is an essential part of all full time study programmes. Learners complete a minimum of 35 hours within an industry linked environment per academic year/qualification.
Level 2 Diploma/Level 3 Certificate in Barbering
Continuous assessment includes:
All Diploma/Certificate qualification practical assessments are graded at Pass, Merit or Distinction.
For Level 3 qualifications, ALL grade levels carry UCAS points to support progression to higher education.
The Level 2 Diploma in Barbering is aimed at learners looking to start a career in the Barbering industry. On completion of the course, learners can progress into employment, onto an apprenticeship or further their studies by taking a Level 3 Certificate in Barbering.
Other Level 2 pathways, such as Level 2 Women's Hairdressing, can further broaden career opportunities.
The Level 3 Certificate in Barbering provides you with a range of specialist technical skills and knowledge that will equip you to seek employment or further training within the Hairdressing industry.
Employment can be found in the following areas:
Entry Level Courses:
Skills for Life & Work/Preparing for Adulthood
No formal qualifications are required for this course.
These courses are specifically designed for learners with a Special Educational Need (SEND).
Pre Level 1
No formal qualifications are required for this course.
Full Time ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
No formal qualifications are required for this course.
Full Time GCSE Re-sit Study Course Science
GCSE Grade 3 (C) in Maths or English. Below GCSE Grade 3 (C) in BIO,CHM,PHY subjects or not sat GCSE Sciences in the past.
Full Time GCSE Re-Sit Maths and English
GCSE Grade 2 or 3 in Maths and English.
Full Time Level 1 Course
2 GCSE's at grade 2 unless you want to study the courses listed below:
Electrical & Plumbing: Min GCSE grade 3 in maths or Functional Skills 1 in maths
Motor Vehicle: Min GCSE grade 2 in maths
Full Time Level 2 Course
4 GCSE grade 3 including English or maths or a level 1 in Functional Skills English or Maths unless you want to study the courses below:
Motor Vehicle : GCSE grade 3 in maths or Functional Skills Level 1 in maths & Level 1 in Motor Vehicle.
Min GCSE grade 4 or Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English Required for:
Accounting, Plumbing & Electrical
Full time Level 3 Course
4 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 including English AND Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 English AND Maths will be accepted).
NOTE: If you want to study Applied Science you must have 4 and above in GCSE Biology, Chemistry & Physics.
Vocational Level 2 in the subject area you wish to study plus Grade 4-9 GCSE English or Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 English or Maths will be accepted).
*A Vocational Level 2 is required for the following courses:
Accounting
All Construction Subjects
Hair & Beauty Subjects
Applied Science
T Level Foundation (Level 2)
4 GCSE Grade 3 including English and Math's (or Functional Skills Level 1 in English and Math's)
T Levels
5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 including English and Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths will be accepted).
*Health & Healthcare Science T Level requires GCSE Grade 4 in BIO, CHEM, PHY OR if double all 4's required.
You can apply for this programme via the Apply Now button, at the top.
If this course area is available as an apprenticeship, this will show under 'Study Option' on the right-hand side, just below the Apply Now button. You can view all of our apprenticeship vacanices and subjects by clicking the 'Apprenticeships' in the top menu.
If you are aged between 16 and 18 when you start your course and are taking a course leading to a qualification, the tuition and exam fees are free. However, there may be some additional costs for optional trips, recommended text books and professional start up kits. We have a bursary scheme to assist with these costs.
It is important that you come along and speak to one of our staff about your choice/s.
Once we receive your application, you will be invited in to speak to a tutor or a member of the Apprenticeship team to discuss your application.
This will provide you with the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the course/Apprenticeship and to see our facilities.
