Free Level 3 Barbering Course in Hull

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Barbering Course in Hull. Classes run at Hull College, full-time during the day. The course takes one year to complete. You'll build advanced cutting, styling, and colouring techniques under the guidance of Lee Stafford trained educators. You'll also take part in masterclasses delivered by Lee Stafford himself and local employers, and compete in in-house competitions. To join, you'll need a Level 2 subject specialist qualification, a tutor recommendation, a skills test, and ESOL at a minimum of Level 1 in speaking, listening, and writing.

Who this course is for

You will be fine tuning your craft with the guidance and support from Lee Stafford trained educators in this fast moving and exciting industry. By following the Lee Stafford recipes you will develop an advanced range of technical hairdressing skills, such as advanced styling, cutting and colouring techniques that will make you stand out from the crowd. In addition to this you will have master classes delivered to by Lee himself and a variety of local employers. Compete in inhouse competitions to showcase the recipes you learn and the best of the best will compete nationally at the Loreal Academy London.

Entry requirements

Completion of Level 2 Subject Specialist Qualification In addition: Tutor recommendation, skills test and ESOL must have a minimum of Level 1 in speaking,listening and writing.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced cutting techniques for a range of barbering styles.
  • You'll practise advanced colouring and styling methods.
  • You'll apply Lee Stafford recipes to create distinctive looks.
  • You'll refine your technique through in-house competitions.
  • You'll learn from masterclasses delivered by professional educators and local employers.
  • You'll build the technical skills needed to work in a fast-moving barbering environment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Hull College, combining practical hands-on work with taught technique. Masterclasses from industry professionals and in-house competitions form part of your training. Assessment is through practical skills work and coursework tasks aligned to the City and Guilds specification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hull College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Barber. How to become a barber in a salon or barbershop.
  • Hairdresser. Cutting and styling in a hair salon.
  • Salon stylist. Client-facing styling role in a commercial salon.
  • Freelance barber. Self-employed mobile or chair-rental work.
  • Session stylist. Barbering and styling for photo shoots or events.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing. Broadens your skills into full hairdressing alongside barbering.
  • Level 4 Salon Management qualification. Moves you toward running or managing your own salon.
  • Apprenticeship in Advanced and Creative Hair Professional (Level 3). Combines work-based learning with further technical development if you want to earn while you train.

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