Free Level 2 Barbering Course in Leeds. Classes run at Leeds City College Printworks Campus. You'll need 3 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English or Maths, to enrol. Over one year of full-time daytime barbering classes, you'll develop the cutting, styling, and grooming skills that underpin professional barbering work. The course covers everything from clipper techniques to client consultation. It leads directly to roles as a barber or hairdresser.
Who this course is for
Passionate 16 – 18-year-old’s who want a career in the Health and Beauty industry.
Entry requirements
3 GCSE at grade 3 or above to include English or Maths.
What you will learn
You'll practise clipper and scissor cutting techniques on a range of hair types.
You'll learn how to consult with clients and identify the right style for them.
You'll develop shaving and beard grooming skills using traditional barbering tools.
You'll study scalp and hair condition so you can advise clients appropriately.
You'll learn how to maintain a safe and hygienic working environment.
You'll build speed and accuracy to meet the pace of a busy barbershop.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment at Leeds City College Printworks Campus, alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment combines practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out barbering services, with written assignments and knowledge tests. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Leeds City College Printworks Campus 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: work across cutting, colouring, and styling services.
Salon assistant: support senior stylists while building experience.
Mobile barber: offer barbering services at clients' homes or events.
Barbershop manager: run day-to-day operations once experienced.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Barbering: the next step if you want to take on more complex services and move toward senior or management roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: worth considering if you'd like to teach barbering skills yourself.
Barbering Apprenticeship (Level 2 or Level 3): an alternative route that lets you earn while you train in a real barbershop setting.
