Barbering Professional Level 2 Apprenticeship

Entry Requirements

Apprentices will need a Level 1 in Maths and English and pass an initial assessment prior to taking the End Point Assessment.

Study Mode

Full time

Duration

18 months

Timetable

Various

Key features and Benefits

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Overview

The Level 2 Barbering Professional Apprenticeship Standard is designed to provide apprentices with the essential skills, knowledge, and behaviours needed to become competent barbers. Throughout the apprenticeship, apprentices will develop a range of core skills and competencies necessary for barbering. These include shampooing, conditioning, and treating the hair and scalp, cutting hair using barbering techniques such as scissors over comb, clipper work, and freehand cutting, as well as styling and finishing hair to create a variety of looks. Apprentices will also gain expertise in cutting facial hair into shape, including beards and moustaches, using different tools and techniques. Effective communication skills are emphasised for consulting with clients to understand their needs and expectations, alongside conducting hair and scalp analysis to recommend appropriate services and products.

In addition to practical skills, apprentices will acquire a broad base of knowledge essential for barbering. This includes understanding the use and benefits of various professional barbering tools and products, recognising different hair types and conditions, and adhering to health and safety regulations within the barbershop environment. High standards of client care and the ability to maintain a positive client experience are also crucial components of the training.
What will I study?
You will study a Level 2 Diploma in Barbering Professional Apprenticeship, cover a range of areas including:
- Provide a positive customer experience, showcasing yourself, your organisation and the barbering industry
- Barbershop health and safety, legal and organisational requirements
- Determine requirements, advise, discuss and agree the service with the client
- Prepare the hair for barbering services
- Cut hair using barbering techniques to create a variety of looks
- Style and finish using barbering techniques
- Cut facial hair into shape
- Provide shaving services
- Promote self, organisation, products and services using a variety of channels
- Maintain up to date knowledge and skills of new and emerging hairstyles, trends, techniques, products, tools and equipment
Entry Requirements

All applicants must undertake initial assessment and gain a minimum of Entry 3 to be eligible for this programme if you do not hold a GCSE Grade 3/Functional Skills Level 1.
How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed in both the workplace and college, this will include observation of practical skills, online exams, written assessments and professional discussion. The End Point Assessment will consist of an online exam, observation of practical skills and a professional discussion.
What can I do next?

You can go onto a Higher Level Apprenticeship or go straight into industry.
Your Study Programme

Your Study Programme
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