Free Level 2 Barbering Course in Halifax. Classes run full-time during the day at Francis St Calderdale College. This is a focused, full-time route into barbering, covering the core skills employers look for. The course runs for 468 hours in total. You'll work toward a City and Guilds barbering qualification that is recognised across the industry.
Who this course is for
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What you will learn
You'll learn how to cut men's hair using a range of techniques including scissor and clipper work.
You'll develop skills in beard trimming, shaping, and grooming.
You'll practise scalp massage and basic hair and scalp treatments.
You'll learn how to consult with clients and identify what they want.
You'll understand health, safety, and hygiene standards in a barbering environment.
You'll develop knowledge of hair and skin types and how they affect your approach.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment alongside classroom-based study. Assessment includes practical observations where you demonstrate barbering techniques, as well as written or online tests covering underpinning knowledge. You'll build a portfolio of evidence throughout the course to show your competence across the required units.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Francis St Calderdale College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Barber. Work in a barbershop or men's grooming salon.
Hairdresser. Work in a mixed or unisex salon environment.
Salon assistant. Support senior stylists while building experience.
Mobile barber. Offer cuts and grooming services at clients' locations.
Barbershop owner. Run your own business once experienced.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Barbering. Deepen your technical skills and take on more complex services. A natural next step if you want to progress to senior or supervisory roles.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing. Broaden your skills to cover women's hairdressing alongside barbering.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training. An option if you want to teach barbering in the future.
