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Entry Requirements

Level 2 Barbering or Hairdressing

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Study Mode

Full time

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Duration

1 academic year

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Timetable

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Key features and Benefits

  • Gain experience and work with real clients at Academy Hair and Beauty Studio
  • Learn directly from experienced barbers
  • Take part in work placements within the sector to put your knowledge into practice
  • Work with some of the biggest brands within the sector including Wahl, Andis, American Crew and Dear Barber

This is a Level 3 Barbering programme that will give you the specialist skills needed in the Barbering industry.

  • Overview

    This is a Level 3 Barbering programme that will give you the specialist skills needed in the Barbering industry.

    There is an  increasing demand for Barbering services across the UK with many of our students going on to own their barbering business.

    Guided by your tutor you will be able to choose from providing shaving services, face massage, designing and creating patterns in hair and creating facial hair shapes
  • What will I study?

    The course will cover both mandatory and optional units that will need completing to be successful. Mandatory units include:

    • Shaving services
    • Design and create patterns in the hair
    • Design and create a range of facial hair shapes
    • Creatively cut hair using a combination of barbering techniques
    • Perm and neutralise hair
    • Facial massage
    • Hair colour correction services
    • Health and safety
    • Salon reception

    Guided by your tutor you will choose from providing shaving services, face massage, designing and creating patterns in the hair, colouring hair, developing and enhancing your creative barbering skills, contribute to the planning and implementation of promotional activities. 

  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level 2 Barbering or Hairdressing course.

    FULL ATTENDANCE AT ALL TIMES IS ESSENTIAL

  • How will I be assessed?

    You will take an end point theory exam and a synoptic trade test.

  • What can I do next?

    Once you have completed your Level 3 course, you will be able to progress into employment as an advanced Barber within the sector or to University.

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