Free Level 2 Barbering Course in Birmingham. Classes run at South & City College Birmingham Hall Green Campus, full-time during the day. To enrol, you'll need a Level 1 Diploma in Barbering or equivalent skills and experience, plus a GCSE at grade 4 or above in English Language or Maths (or Level 1 Functional Skills in English). Over one year, you'll build skills in cutting, fading, styling, and facial hair grooming, alongside client consultation and product knowledge.
Who this course is for
Take the next step in your barbering career with this comprehensive Level 2 Diploma. This course equips you with essential skills, including cutting, fading, styling, as well as facial hair grooming techniques. You�ll also learn about client consultation, product knowledge, and basic outling and detailing withing the hair, ensuring you are ready to work in a professional barbershop environment.
Entry requirements
To enrol on this course, you should have already completed a Level 1 Diploma in Barbering or possess equivalent skills and experience. A genuine passion for barbering, creativity, and strong communication skills are essential for success. You should also hold at least one GCSE at grade 4 (or above) in English Language
What you will learn
You'll practise cutting and fading techniques used in professional barbershops.
You'll develop styling skills for a range of hair types and lengths.
You'll learn facial hair grooming, including beard shaping and detailing.
You'll carry out client consultations and advise on products.
You'll build knowledge of professional barbering tools and how to use them safely.
You'll learn basic outlining and detailing within the hair.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical training in a barbershop environment, working on live models with professional tools. This is combined with classroom-based theory lessons. Tutors use demonstrations, individual practice sessions, and group activities throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
You'll need your own barbering tools, which cost around £250 (subject to change) and include a uniform top. Equipment is ordered during enrolment. You can apply to the Learner Support Fund for financial help with these costs, depending on your circumstances.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Barber: cut, fade, and style in a barbershop or grooming salon.
Junior barber: entry-level role building speed and client skills.
Freelance barber: self-employed work across multiple locations or events.
Salon assistant: support senior stylists in a barbershop setting.
Hairdresser: move into broader hair services with additional training.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Barbering: the natural next step if you want to take on more complex techniques and move toward senior or management roles in a barbershop.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing: broadens your skills into women's hairdressing if you want to work across both disciplines.
