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Hairdressing

This qualification covers a very wide range of skills and knowledge required for preparing to work in the barbering industry.

Units covered are:

  • Health and safety
  • Advise and Consult With Clients
  • Shampoo, Condition and Treat the Hair and Scalp
  • Develop and Maintain Your Effectiveness At Work
  • Cut Men’s Hair Using Basic Techniques
  • Cut Facial Hair to Shape Using Basic Techniques
  • Dry and Finish Men’s Hair
  • Create Basic Outlines and Detailing in Hair
  • Perm and Neutralise Hair.
  • Entry requirements

    You will need to have an interview to assess suitability for the course and a test for adequate language, literacy and numeracy skills.

    This qualification is aimed at you if you are looking start a career as a barber.

    This qualification is suitable for anyone over the age of 16 years and no prior qualifications are needed.

  • Who is the course for?

    If you pursue a Diploma in Barbering, you'll learn the skills to succeed in your area. This course is suitable if you are just starting out in barbering or have some knowledge and basic skills in the industry.

  • Study methods

    For this qualification you will complete practical demonstrations and online exams.

  • How is the course assessed?

    You learn at college through practical sessions, group discussions and online exams.

    You'll have access to a realistic barbering environment where you'll practise and demonstrate your skills.

    You will be assessed by tutors and assessors, using assignments, practical barbering tasks and online tests.

  • Where Next – Job Opportunities

    This qualification could lead to a job as a barber working in one of the following establishments:

    • Barbers
    • Hair Salon.
  • Where Next – Further Studies

    You can progress to C&G Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Barbering.

  • How to apply

    To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit

    OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
    When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.

Course starting Sep 2025

Starts 2 September 2025

Duration 1 Year(s)

Location Hayes Campus

Days/Time Monday-Friday
09:00 - 17:00