Free Level 2 Barbering Course in Street. Classes run at Strode College, full-time during the day. The course runs for one year and covers the core skills you need to work as a barber. You'll learn cutting techniques, shaving, beard work, and client care. The City and Guilds barbering qualification is well regarded by salons and barbershops. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this level 2 barbering course is the right fit, and the college will use it to plan your learning.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll learn classic and contemporary men's cutting techniques
You'll learn wet shaving and razor work
You'll learn beard shaping and grooming
You'll learn how to consult with clients and recommend services
You'll learn how to maintain a safe and hygienic working environment
You'll learn how to use and care for barbering tools and equipment
You'll learn how to style and finish hair using a range of products and methods
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical sessions in a barbering environment, building hands-on skills alongside classroom study. Assessment includes practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out barbering services, and written or online knowledge assessments. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Strode College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Barber: cut, style, and shave in a barbershop
Hairdresser: work in a salon with a broader client base
Salon junior or apprentice: entry-level role while building experience
Mobile barber: self-employed, visiting clients at home or events
Barbershop manager: senior role once you have experience
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Barbering: the next step if you want to move into senior or supervisory roles in a barbershop.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing: broadens your skills to include women's cutting and colouring.
Barbering Apprenticeship (Level 2): an alternative route that combines work and study if you want to earn while you train.
