Free Level 1 Hairdressing and Barbering Course in Birmingham. Classes run at South & City College Birmingham Hall Green Campus. You'll study full-time during the day, covering shampooing, blow-drying, styling, basic colouring, client care, and health and safety. The course takes one year. To enrol, you'll need at least an Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English qualification or GCSE Grade 1 in English. If you don't have evidence of a recognised English qualification, you'll take an initial assessment at the start.
Who this course is for
This introductory course is perfect for anyone looking to start a career in barbering. You�ll develop fundamental skills such as shampooing, blow-drying, styling, and basic grooming techniques. You�ll also gain essential knowledge about workplace health and safety, preparing you for further training and entry-level roles in the barbering industry.
Entry requirements
A positive attitude and a willingness to work hard. * Additionally, you should have at least a minimum of an Entry Level 3 qualification in Functional Skills English or GCSE Grade 1
What you will learn
You'll practise shampooing and conditioning techniques on training heads and live models.
You'll develop blow-drying and styling skills for different hair types.
You'll learn basic colouring techniques.
You'll understand how to care for clients throughout a salon service.
You'll apply health and safety practices in a salon environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical hands-on sessions in a salon environment, classroom-based theory lessons, and tutor demonstrations. You'll work on training heads and live models to build your practical skills. Assessment is through a combination of practical observation and theory work throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South & City College Birmingham Hall Green Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Salon assistant: support stylists in a professional salon setting.
Junior hairdresser: starting out in a salon after further training.
Barber: how to become a barber typically starts with a Level 1 or 2 qualification.
Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser, progressing through Level 2 and beyond.
Shampoo technician: entry-level salon role focused on washing and conditioning.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing: the natural next step, covering more advanced cutting, colouring, and styling techniques needed for a qualified stylist role.
Hairdressing Apprenticeship (Level 2): earn while you learn in a salon, combining on-the-job training with study toward a recognised qualification.
Level 2 Diploma in Barbering: if you want to specialise in barbering rather than hairdressing.
