Free Level 3 Barbering Course in Norwich. Classes run at City College Norwich, full-time during the day. You'll build on existing barbering skills and work with real clients in the college's on-site salon. The course covers cutting men's hair to create a range of looks, alongside other professional barbering services. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths, plus a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Hairdressing or Level 2 in Barbering. The course runs for one year.
Who this course is for
This exciting course blends real life work experience with skilled training. You will build on your existing barbering skills and develop your confidence to regularly complete services to the public. You will learn in our on-site salon where we have a regular client base which you can build on with your own clients. The majority of our Level 3 students have paid jobs in the industry by the time they leave. Units you will cover include: - Cutting men's hair to create a variety of looks - Cutting facial hair to create a variety of looks - Wet shaving and facial massage - Design and create patterns in hair - Business promotion and design - Health and safety - Advising and consulting with clients You will complete 30 hours of work experience throughout the course to enhance your skills and awareness of the industry. Support is provided to help approach suitable salons in the local area and you will use a placement journal to record your experiences and comments from your salon trainer. You will also benefit from visits to national shows and hear from expert speakers to enhance your knowledge and skills. You will be expected to attend 100% of college classes, and you will usually be in college three or four days a week. We ask all students to be committed to regular attendance to avoid it impacting the progress of your course, success in your exams and progression to further courses. Please note any part time job commitments must not impact on your studies or classes.
Entry requirements
You will need to have achieved four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English language and maths. You must also have a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Hairdressing or Level 2 in Barbering .
What you will learn
You'll cut men's hair to create a variety of looks and styles.
You'll develop your technique for completing barbering services to a professional standard.
You'll build a client base and gain experience working with the public.
You'll practise in a salon environment with a regular client base.
You'll develop the consistency and speed expected in a professional barbering role.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of practical salon sessions and classroom-based teaching. Most of your time is spent working hands-on in the college's on-site salon, serving real clients. Assessment is through practical observations, where you demonstrate barbering services to a set standard, alongside any written or knowledge-based elements required by the City and Guilds specification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City College Norwich 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: broaden into mixed or unisex salon work.
Salon manager: move into supervising a team with experience.
Self-employed barber: run your own chair or mobile barbering business.
Men's grooming specialist: focus on beard work and specialist styling.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: broadens your skills into women's hairdressing and mixed salon work.
Level 4 qualification in Education and Training: if you want to teach barbering or hairdressing in a college or training setting.
Barbering Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3): an alternative route for those who want to earn while they train in a workplace setting.
