Level 2 Certificate in Barbering

Course Code

Barbering

Course Duration

1 year

Location

Central Campus

Start Date

1 September, 2025
Sandwell College barbering students

This assessment-based qualification is ideal for school leavers and adults who want to start a career in Barbering. On successful completion, learners will be fully qualified at Level 2 and ready to begin work as a barber in a professional salon.

Why Choose This Course?
This diploma is the main qualification for anyone looking to enter the barbering industry. You’ll gain the essential practical skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to succeed in a real salon environment.

Hands-On Experience
Learners will develop both practical and employability skills through industry-based training and work placements, including the opportunity to work in our very own Bliss Barbering Salon under expert supervision.

You will need to have GCSE Grade 3 or above in English and Maths, or ESOL at Level 1 or equivalent.

What You’ll Study
You’ll cover a wide range of professional barbering units, including:

  • Health and safety practices in the salon

  • Client consultation for hair services

  • Shampoo and condition the hair and scalp

  • Scalp massage techniques

  • Cutting hair using barbering techniques

  • Cutting facial hair

  • Styling men’s hair

  • Promoting products and services to clients

  • Creating a complete image

This course is your first step into the fast-paced and creative world of professional barbering.

Costs:

  • This course is fully funded for students aged 16–18.

  • Adults who don’t already have a Level 2 qualification or who receive certain benefits may also be eligible for funding.

  • Students will need to purchase a kit, but bursary support may be available if you’re eligible.

  • A uniform will be provided by the department, you’ll just need to buy appropriate footwear.

 

Train in Real Salons with Real Clients

  • Learn in our state-of-the-art professional salons for hair, beauty, barbering, and nails

  • Get hands-on experience working with real clients in our Bliss Hair & Beauty Salons

  • All training is closely supervised by our experienced and dedicated staff

· AHT/ World skills competitions

· Matrix workshops led by employers

· Harry Potter World workshop visit

· Professional Barbering Seminar Birmingham

· Hair extensions training led by employers

How You’ll Be Assessed
You’ll be assessed through a mix of practical observations and theory tests:

  • Practical Assessments: We’ll observe your individual performance to check your skills and competency.

  • Theory Assessments: These include multiple-choice online exams, assignments, and work packs. All exams are marked externally by the awarding body, and your final grade will be a Pass.

  • Support to Succeed: You’ll take part in practical demos and knowledge sessions to help you prepare for assessments and exams with confidence.

Once completed, Learners will be qualified to work as a barber in a salon and further career pathways such as:

· Hairdressing salons

· Self- employed Barber

· Cruise ships

· Representative for product brand

· Retail demonstrator

· NHS Hospital/Care Homes

· HM Prisons

· TV, film, theatre and media

· Assessing/ Facilitator

· Teaching

Course Details

Qualification

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