BARBERING
Barbering – Level 2 VRQ
Great way to learn those gents barbering and grooming techniques
You will cover the range of essential practical skills and knowledge which will help you get a job in the barbering industry:
- Working in the hair/barbering industry
- Follow health and safety in thew salon/barbers
- Client consultation for services
- Shampoo condition hair and scalp and scalp massage
- Promote products and services to clients
- Cut facial hair
- Styling men’s hair
- Salon reception duties
- A keen interest in barbering and want to work with people.
- You must meet deadlines and be committed to your course.
- GCSE maths and English grade 4+/C grade is preferred. If you do not hold a grade 4 or C in English and/or maths you will be required to study Functional Skills as part of the course.
- You will attend a work experience placement; you will take part in enrichment activities including competitions and additional courses.
You will need a kit which we will explain at interview.
- Practical assessment on clients and online tests
- You will complete some assignments and may need to sit online exams for Functional Skills.
You must have professional values and behaviours and have excellent attendance.
Progress to Barbering – Level 2 VRQ Diploma
Level 2 Diploma for Barbering Professionals (Level 2 Apprenticeship)
Ideal course for anyone with an interest in men’s hairdressing
You will cover the range of essential practical skills and knowledge which will help you get a job in the barbering industry:
- Working in the hair/barbering industry
- Follow health and safety in the salon/barbers
- Client consultation for services
- Shampoo condition hair and scalp and scalp massage
- Promote products and services to clients
- Cut men’s hair and cut facial hair
- Colour and lighten hair and Styling men’s hair
- Create an image based on a theme in the hair sector
- Salon reception duties
- A keen interest in barbering and want to work with people
- You must meet deadlines and be committed to your course.
- GCSE maths and English grade 4+/C grade is preferred. If you do not hold a grade 4 or C in English and/or maths you will be required to study Functional Skills as part of the course.
- You will attend a work experience placement; you will take part in enrichment activities including competitions and additional courses.
You will need a kit which we will explain at interview.
Practical assessment on clients and online tests
You will complete some assignments and may need to sit online exams for Functional Skills.
You must have professional values and behaviours and have excellent attendance.
You may develop your skills more with a Level 3 qualification or an Apprenticeship or you could study hairdressing or beauty therapy. Another option is to work on cruise liners or further qualifications could lead to teaching/assessing and onto a degree or self employment.
