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Level 3 Barbering Course in Loughborough

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Barbering Course in Loughborough. Daytime barbering classes run at Main Campus. This course builds on Level 2 barbering skills, covering men's haircuts, facial hair, wet shaving, and hair and scalp massage. You'll also explore current and emerging trends in the barbering industry, with visits to national hair shows and workshops from specialist barbers. The course takes one year full-time. Entry requires a Level 2 in Barbering or a Level 3 in Hairdressing, plus GCSE or Functional Skills English and maths at grade C/4.

Who this course is for

This full-time programme of study builds on the skills gained at Level 2. You will learn the art of men’s hair and facial hair, wet shaving and hair and scalp massage techniques, whilst exploring current and emerging trends within the Barbering industry.

Entry requirements

A Level 2 in Barbering or a Level 3 in Hairdressing, plus GCSE (or Functional Skills) English and maths at grade C/4 You will also need to purchase a dolly head and barbering kit if you do not already have one. This can be purchased through the College as a kit at a cost.

What you will learn

  • You'll cut and style men's hair using a range of techniques.
  • You'll cut and shape facial hair.
  • You'll carry out wet shaving.
  • You'll perform specialist hair and scalp massage techniques.
  • You'll create creative patterns in the hair.
  • You'll apply health and safety practices in a barbering environment.
  • You'll conduct client consultations.
  • You'll understand financial effectiveness in a barbering business.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Main Campus, with practical hands-on training in barbering techniques. The course includes demonstrations and workshops from specialist barbers, visits to national hair shows, and opportunities for work experience. Assessment is through practical work and unit-based coursework covering each area of the programme.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a dolly head and a barbering kit. If you don't already have these, they can be purchased through the College as a kit at a cost. Main Campus will confirm full details before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Barber: work in a barbershop or men's grooming salon.
  • Self-employed barber: run your own barbering business.
  • Session barber: freelance work for shoots, events, and media.
  • Hairdresser: work across men's and mixed hair salons.
  • Barbering assessor or trainer: teach and assess barbering students.

What you could study next

A level 3 barbering qualification opens the door to specialist short courses in areas like advanced cutting or colour. You could also move into assessor training with a Level 3 Award in Education and Training if you want to teach barbering. For those interested in salon management, a Level 4 or 5 qualification in business or management would be a natural next step.

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