Level 2 Certificate in Barbering Part Time

Course Code

Level 2 Certificate in Barbering Full Time

Course Type

Course Duration

1 year

Location

Central Campus

Start Date

8 September, 2025
Man having his beard trimmed

This Level 2 Award in Barbering is an assessment-based qualification designed specifically for adults who are looking to upskill or gain a formal qualification to progress in the barbering industry.

Whether you’re already working in hair and beauty or looking to change career paths, this course offers the practical training and industry knowledge needed to succeed.

You’ll gain hands-on experience and build confidence through real-world practice, learning a range of cutting and grooming styles tailored for men’s hair and facial hair.

This qualification is designed to enhance your employability, open up new career opportunities, and provide a solid foundation for further study or work in the barbering industry.

  • GCSE Grade 3 or above English and Maths, ESOL or Functional Skills Level 1

What You’ll Learn:

This course is focused on developing essential barbering techniques using professional tools in a salon environment. Units include:

  • Follow Health and Safety Practices in the Salon

  • Client Consultation for Hair Services

  • Cut Hair Using Barbering Techniques

  • Cut Facial Hair

Costs:

Adults who do not hold a Level 2 or are in receipt of benefits may be eligible for fees to be funded.

Students are required to purchase a kit however students can apply for a bursary to support the cost if they are eligible.

Uniform will be provided by the department but appropriate shoes will need to be purchased.

Facilities:

Study in our state-of-the-art professional salons for hair, beauty, barbering and nails. You will practice on real clients in our Bliss Hair & Beauty Salons under close supervision by our highly experienced and dedicated staff.

This course runs one evening per week (3 hours per session) for a year.

· AHT/ World skills competitions

· P Louise Make up academy

· Harry Potter World workshop visit

· Professional beauty Seminar London

· Champneys Springs Spa

Formative and summative assessment via practical observations based on individual performance to assess the level of competency.

Theory knowledge is assessed via multiple choice online exams and/or assignments and work packs. All exams are marked externally by the awarding body, and your final grade will be a Pass.

Practical demonstrations and knowledge sessions will be provided to prepare for assessments and exams.

Once completed, learners will be able to progress onto the following courses:

· Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing

· Level 2 Diploma in Nails

· Level 2 Diploma in Beauty

 

Career pathways include the following:

· Barber salons

· Self- employed Barber

· Cruise ships

· Representative for product brand

· Retail demonstrator

· NHS Hospital/Care Homes

· HM Prisons

· TV, film, theatre and media

Course Details

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Exam Board

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