Free Level 3 Barbering Course in Leeds. Classes run at Leeds City College Printworks Campus. This full-time, daytime barbering course takes one year to complete. You'll develop professional cutting, styling, and shaving techniques to the standard employers expect. The course covers the skills needed to work as a barber or hairdresser in a salon or barbershop. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure the Level 3 Barbering Course is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
If you’re in year 11 or 12 and are looking to take the next steps towards your career these courses are for you
What you will learn
You'll learn precision cutting techniques for a range of hair types and styles.
You'll develop traditional and modern wet shaving and facial hair services.
You'll practise consultation skills to understand client needs and recommend services.
You'll learn how to use and maintain barbering tools and equipment safely.
You'll study scalp and hair analysis to identify conditions and adapt your approach.
You'll develop business and client care skills relevant to working in a barbershop or salon.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment at Leeds City College Printworks Campus. Assessment combines practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out barbering services, with written or online knowledge tests. You'll build a portfolio of evidence showing your competence across the qualification's units.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Leeds City College Printworks Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Barber: cut, style, and shave in a barbershop or salon.
Hairdresser: work across cutting, colouring, and styling services.
Salon stylist: employed in a hair salon working with a regular client base.
Self-employed barber: run your own chair or mobile barbering business.
Barbershop manager: progress into supervising a team and managing day-to-day operations.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you want to teach barbering or hairdressing.
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: broaden your skills to cover a wider range of hair services.
Barbering Apprenticeship (Level 2 or Level 3): an alternative route combining work and study if you move into employment.
Self-employment and business qualifications: short courses in salon management or small business finance can support setting up independently.
