Free Level 2 Barbering Course in Farnborough. Evening barbering classes run at Farnborough College of Technology, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. Over the course of a year, you'll develop the practical cutting, styling, and shaving skills that barbers use every day. You'll cover client consultation, skin fade techniques, beard work, and salon health and safety. A free barbering course for adults looking to move into the trade without giving up their current income.
Who this course is for
See college website for details of this course. Please note that start dates are indicative only - you should visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to cut men's hair using a range of techniques, including skin fades and scissor work.
You'll develop beard and moustache trimming and shaving skills.
You'll practise client consultation and how to recommend styles.
You'll understand scalp and skin conditions relevant to barbering.
You'll apply health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon environment.
You'll learn how to use and maintain barbering tools and equipment correctly.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based, with hands-on practical sessions at Farnborough College of Technology. You'll be assessed through practical observations of your barbering work, as well as written or online knowledge assessments. The NVQ format means your assessor will observe you carrying out real barbering tasks and confirm you've met the required standard across all units.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Farnborough College of Technology will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Barber: how to become a barber in a barbershop or salon
Hairdresser: cutting and styling in a hair salon
Freelance barber: self-employed, mobile, or chair-renting work
Salon junior: entry-level role building toward senior stylist
Grooming technician: specialist men's grooming in premium settings
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Barbering: deepens technical skills and prepares you for senior or management roles in a barbershop.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach barbering or train apprentices.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing: broadens your skills to include women's cutting and colouring, widening the range of salons you can work in.
