Level 3 Barbering Course in Eastbourne. Classes run at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus on Tuesday afternoons and evenings, part-time over 30 weeks. You'll need to have completed a Level 2 Barbering qualification before you start. This level 3 barbering qualification builds on your existing skills, taking you into advanced creative cutting, shapes and patterns, facial hair design, and traditional hot towel wet shave techniques including facial massage. You'll work on live models and build a portfolio of evidence.
Who this course is for
This barbering course is our most advanced, designed for qualified barbers at level 2. You will refine and advance from your current skills by moving onto creative cutting and styling techniques including shapes and patterns in the hair and the intricate specialist work of cutting facial hair.You will also learn the growing demand for the traditional , hot towel wet shave experience including facial massage and the use of hot and cold towels. The purpose of this qualification is to develop your practical skills to a high level of occupational ability to enable you to perform your own salon services.
Entry requirements
Successful completion of Barbering Level 2. You will be required to demonstrate a good level of English in both written and communication skills, in line with the level of the course.
What you will learn
You'll apply advanced consultation skills to support peers and plan client services.
You'll creatively cut hair using a combination of barbering techniques, including shapes and patterns.
You'll design and create a range of facial hair designs.
You'll provide traditional shaving services, including hot towel wet shaves and facial massage.
You'll apply health and safety practices in a barbering environment.
You'll develop the practical skills needed to deliver salon services independently.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practice in the classroom, working on live models for your practical assessments. You'll build a portfolio of evidence and complete a range of assignments. Underpinning knowledge is assessed through external written papers set by City and Guilds.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to provide your own scissors, clippers, and razors. A kit is available to purchase through East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus if you need one. Contact the centre before you start to confirm what you need.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Barber. Work in a barbershop or run your own chair as self-employed.
Self-employed barber. Take on clients independently with advanced skills.
Hairdresser. Some salons offer both hair and barbering services.
Salon stylist. Specialise in men's grooming and creative cutting.
Barbershop owner. Advanced skills and business knowledge support this route.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 in Hairdressing. Broadens your skills into women's hairdressing if you want to work across both disciplines.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training. If you want to teach barbering or mentor junior staff in a salon or college setting.
Business and enterprise qualifications. Useful if you plan to open your own barbershop or move into self-employment.
