Free Level 2 Barbering Course in Liverpool – The City of Liverpool College – Duke Street

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Barbering Course in Liverpool. Classes run at The City of Liverpool College - Duke Street. The course is designed for people already working in a barber's at least two days a week. Over one year of full-time daytime study, you'll cover client consultation, cutting men's hair, cutting facial hair, colouring and lightening hair, shampooing, and health and safety in the salon. You'll build a portfolio of your work as you progress. This is a VTCT barbering qualification.

Who this course is for

The course is designed for people working in a barber’s at least two days a week who want to have a recognised qualification which may lead to further job opportunities in the barbering industry. Applicants must have a mature attitude and be able to self study. You will complete units in: • Working in the hair industry. • Follow health and safety practice in the salon • Client consultation for hair services. • Shampoo and condition the hair and scalp • Promote products and services to clients in a salon • Cut men’s hair • Cut facial hair • Colour and lighten hair • Styling men’s hair • Create an image based on a theme within the hair and beauty sector • Scalp massage It will be necessary for you at times to provide your own models. In addition, you will need to compile a portfolio of evidence. The portfolio supports your practical expertise and shows that you understand the theoretical concepts behind the practical tasks that you are able to carry out. In addition you will need to compile a portfolio of evidence. The portfolio supports your practical expertise and shows that you understand the theoretical concepts behind the practical tasks that you are able to carry out. You will also have the opportunity to gather evidence for your portfolio from your work days in the salon.

Entry requirements

Please vist: https://www.liv-coll.ac.uk/courses/Barbering-VRQ-Level-2-Diploma

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to cut men's hair using a range of techniques.
  • You'll learn how to cut and shape facial hair.
  • You'll learn how to colour and lighten hair.
  • You'll learn how to shampoo and condition the hair and scalp.
  • You'll learn how to carry out client consultations for hair services.
  • You'll learn how to promote products and services to clients.
  • You'll learn how to follow health and safety practice in the salon.
  • You'll learn how the hair industry works as a professional environment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on work in a salon environment, building a portfolio that showcases your skills and progress. Units cover both practical techniques and underpinning knowledge. Assessment is through observed practical work and portfolio evidence across all units of the NVQ Diploma.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The City of Liverpool College - Duke Street will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Barber: how to become a barber working in a dedicated barbershop.
  • Men's hairdresser: cutting and styling in a salon setting.
  • Salon assistant: supporting senior stylists across a range of services.
  • Self-employed barber: running your own chair or mobile barbering business.
  • Colour technician: specialising in hair colouring and lightening services.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Barbering (VTCT): the next step for barbers looking to take on more advanced techniques and senior roles.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing: broadens your skills across men's and women's services.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach barbering or hairdressing in a college or training setting.

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