SVQ2 IN BARBERING

Intro to the course:

This 24-week course is for beginners with no experience of barbering or hairdressing. The course covers all basic cutting, barbering and styling techniques suitable and in line within current barbering industry standards. The course includes facial haircutting and client-communication skills.

Who is the course for?

This course is ideal for anyone wanting to start a career as a barber. It will suit school leavers or those looking to change career or progress into the industry.

What will I study?

Beginners course covering all basic cutting, barbering and styling techniques to industry standard. The course includes:

• cut and clipper hair using basic barbering techniques
• cut facial hair
• provide non -strip waxing treatments
• Implement and maintain safe, hygienic and effective working practices
• dry style and finish hair using barbering techniques
• shampoo condition and treat the hair and scalp

 You'll learn through workshops, groupwork, lectures, industry visits and guest speakers. Work placement will be undertaken during the course.

Next step course options

• SVQ Level 3 in Barbering 
• apprenticeship or mentoring scheme

How will I be assessed?

Practical assessments under observation and a portfolio evidence. SQA online (SOLAR) assessments.

Why should I choose this course?

This course is for anyone wanting to start a career in barbering. You'll gain the skills and knowledge to progress on to a higher-level course or into employment in the barbering trade. You'll be taught by industry-experienced staff, and do work placements to gain direct experience of the trade

Where can this course lead?

This course prepares you for work as a barber in a barbering salon.

What are the entry requirements?

One or more of the following: 

• reference
• essay 
• successful interview 

What are the interview arrangements?

Interview including skills test on campus with lecturing staff.

Fees, finance and funding

Fees for full time is £1008

This course is eligible for Bursary.

Fees for short full time is £1008

This course is eligible for Bursary.

Please note, fees are subject to change, please double-check this when enrolling in your course

If you are unsuccessful in your or Bursary application, you may be liable for the full cost of course

For more information please visit the finance pages - Fees, finance and funding options.

Other information:

You will develop the necessary practical skills and knowledge to start a new career in barbering within this fast paced course 

Full time course: This course will run 16 hours per week for 24 weeks