This course covers all aspects of barbering, learning practical skills in our professional salons enhanced by theoretical knowledge. You will learn how to shampoo and condition the hair and scalp, style and finish men’s hair, cut hair using basic barbering techniques, cut facial hair and change men’s hair colour.

This course is primarily for students aged 19+.

Key course features

Qualification: NVQ Level 2 in Barbering

Level: Level 2

Mode: Full-time

Timetable: This is a full time programme of study of 8 hours per week. You will receive your timetable when you enrol.

Start Date: September 2013

Fees:

Home fee for 2012-13 £1510 including tuition and exam fees. You will need to purchase a barbering kit. Students aged 19+ will pay college registration and materials fees.

The course may be free if you are:

• aged under 19
• aged 19+ and in receipt of an active benefit (eg JSA or ESA)
• aged 19+, unemployed and in receipt of a means-tested benefit (eg income support), and you are doing this course to improve your employment prospects
• aged 19+ and don't already have a Level 2 qualification.

Please see our Fees and Concessions page or call 020 8326 2015 for further details.

Who is this course for?

Adult students who want to develop their skills in barbering.

Entry requirements

You should have successfully completed an NVQ Level 1 or Foundation Hairdressing or Barbering, with functional skills in English and maths. You must have had some work experience that involved dealing with the public, plus good written and oral communication skills. Acceptance for the course is by interview, which will be arranged on receipt of your application. If you need advice before you apply, please call 020 8326 2020 or email ciag@west-thames.ac.uk.

About the course

The teaching classes will include:

• Practical workshops and theory
• Portfolio assignments
• Special features – trips, exhibitions, competitions
• Work placement/experience
• Assessment feedback on your programme.

You will learn all aspects of barbering, including units such as:

• Health and safety
• Consultation
• Shampoo and condition the hair and scalp
• Cut hair using basic barbering techniques
• Dry and finish men’s hair
• Change men’s hair colour
• Develop and maintain your effectiveness at work.

Additional opportunities

You may have opportunities to participate in L’Oreal training, trade shows, competitions and enrichment activities.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is continuous throughout the course. You will develop a portfolio of evidence which includes documentation of competence from observations, oral questions, assignments and written tests. There are four areas of assessment:

• Practical: you carry out the skill
• Oral: you answer questions on your underpinning knowledge
• Written: a portfolio of evidence or a written test or an assignment, depending on the unit
• Online tests.

Where next?

With more work experience and a successful interview, you can go on to the Level Apprenticeship in Hairdressing.

How to apply?

To apply, please click the "Apply Now" button and fill out the online application form. An advisor will be in touch regarding interview dates.