Free Level 2 Barbering Course in Hitchin. Classes run at Hitchin Centre, full-time during the day. You'll need four GCSEs at grade D or above, including English and maths, plus a professional reference and a successful interview and initial assessment. The course runs for 36 weeks and covers cutting techniques, client consultation, customer service, and health and safety. You'll get hands-on experience working with paying customers and take part in work placements and industry events.
Who this course is for
Our hair, beauty and holistic therapy courses include lots of opportunities for you to get hands-on experience of the world of work, including:Work experience with businesses like Champney's, Dermalogica, Aqua-Sana, Centre Parcs and Wella.The opportunity to help run Hart Salon, working with real, paying customersVisits to businesses and major events such as Salon International, Pro Hair Live, Baber UK, Victoria & Albert Museum and Professional Beauty ShowWorkshops including hair extension workshops, Wella London workshop, The Henna Mehadi workshop and Stone Therapy workshop.Gents' barbering: Our courses will provide you with the expertise in the basic aspects of gent's barbering. The course includes cutting, styling, facial beard shaping and consultation, and health and safety. Additionally, you'll develop retailing and reception skills, and learn how to promote future products and services to enhance the growth of the business. You'll be equipped to enter the industry with all the essential knowledge required for a successful career in barbering, having developed your wider communication and commercial skills.Your course will be a mix of salon, classroom and workshop sessions that explore practical skills, working with employers and the local community and work experience.Course content includes client care and communication, health and safety, working in the industry, creating a photographic image, cosmetic and photographic makeup, lash and brow treatments, makeup services, body art, skin tanning, the art of colouring and dressing hair and making and styling a hair addition.You will hone relevant workplace skills such as client care, wider communication and commercial skills and problem-solving.
Entry requirements
Four GCSEs at Grade D or above to include English and mathematics. Students need to have a keen interest in the hairdressing sector and enjoy working as part of a teamA successful interview and initial assessment of English and mathematics.A professional reference.Four GCSEs grade D or above, including English and maths, and a keen interest in the hairdressing sector
What you will learn
You'll practise basic and advanced cutting techniques used in barbering
You'll learn shampooing, conditioning, and hair treatment methods
You'll develop client consultation and communication skills
You'll apply health and safety practices in a salon environment
You'll build customer service skills for working with the public
You'll gain experience working with real, paying customers in a salon setting
You'll understand the professional standards expected in the barbering industry
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of practical workshops, theory classes, and work placements. Assessment includes hands-on practical work and written or theory-based tasks. You'll also have an initial assessment of English and maths before you start, which helps the centre plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hitchin Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Barber: cut and style hair in a barbershop or salon
Hairdresser: provide a range of hair services to clients
Salon assistant: support senior stylists in a busy salon
Freelance barber: work independently or mobile for clients
Apprentice barber: earn while you continue training on the job
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Barbering: the next step if you want to take on more complex techniques and move into senior or management roles in a barbershop.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing: broadens your skills across both disciplines if you want to work across barbering and hairdressing.
Barbering Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3): lets you earn a wage while training in a real workplace environment.
