Level 3 Barbering Course in Lewes

Cost�1645.00 Please contact us for more details
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Barbering Course in Lewes. Classes run at East Sussex College Group Lewes Campus, part-time during the day on Mondays and Thursdays. To join this barbering course, you'll need to have completed a Level 2 barbering course and hold a GCSE in English or maths at grade 4 or above. Over one year, you'll develop advanced haircutting techniques, facial hair sculpting, shaving, and face massage services. The five units cover health and safety, client consultation, cutting men's hair, shaping facial hair, and shaving services.

Who this course is for

This exciting Level 3 course will develop your skills as a barber and teach you advanced haircutting and facial hair sculpting techniques. You will also learn shaving and face massage services to offer your clients.

Entry requirements

Successful completion of the Level 2 course and GCSE English or maths at grade 4.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply advanced hair cutting techniques to create a variety of looks for male clients.
  • You'll sculpt and shape facial hair using barbering techniques.
  • You'll carry out shaving and face massage services.
  • You'll provide hairdressing consultation support for colleagues.
  • You'll monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon.
  • You'll develop safe working practices while working with clients.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in person at the Lewes Campus on Mondays and Thursdays. You'll be assessed through written assignments and practical assessments. You'll also carry out independent study at home to complete coursework. Good personal presentation is expected throughout the course, as you'll be working directly with clients.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. East Sussex College Group Lewes Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. Good personal presentation is expected throughout the course.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Barber. Work in a barbers or unisex hair salon.
  • Hairdresser. Cut and style hair for a range of clients.
  • Salon stylist. Specialise in men's grooming and styling services.
  • Freelance barber. Build your own client base working independently.
  • Salon supervisor. Take on a senior role managing junior stylists.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Salon Management. Develop the business and management skills to run or supervise a salon. East Sussex College Group offers this as a next step.
  • Advanced and Creative Hair Skills qualifications. Deepen your technical expertise and expand the services you can offer clients.
  • Apprenticeship in Barbering or Hairdressing. Earn while you work and gain on-the-job experience at a senior level.