Level 2 Barbering Course in Winchester. Evening barbering classes run at Peter Symonds College Stoney Lane Campus, one evening a week over a year. That makes it straightforward to fit study around work or other commitments. You'll learn club cutting, tapering, clipper work, scissor over comb, and how to trim and shape facial hair. By the end, you'll be able to create a complete look for male clients. No formal qualifications are required to apply, though a good standard of English is preferred.
Who this course is for
The Level 2 Certificate in Barbering will prepare you to enter the specific sector of men's hairdressing as a junior stylist. You will learn the basics of shaping and cutting men's hair and facial hair and by the end of the course, you will be able to create a basic look for men, using club cutting, trimming, tapering, clipper and scissor over comb skills.
Entry requirements
There are no formal qualifications that you must have prior to undertaking this course, however, a good standard of English at GCSE grade A-C / 4-9 is preferred. If you are aged between 16-18 and do not already have English and Maths GCSEs (grade A-C /4-9) then you will be required to complete these alongside your course. Applicants should have good interpersonal and communication abilities, as they will be dealing with customers within the service industry.
What you will learn
You'll learn club cutting techniques for men's hair.
You'll practise trimming and shaping facial hair, including beards and moustaches.
You'll develop tapering skills to create clean, graduated looks.
You'll use clippers and scissor over comb to produce a range of styles.
You'll learn how to consult with clients and plan a look before you start.
You'll build the practical skills needed to work as a junior stylist in a barbershop.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the college's salon facilities. Assessment is based on observed practical work, where you demonstrate your barbering skills on real clients. You may also complete written or knowledge-based tasks to support your practical work. Classes are delivered in the evening at Peter Symonds College Stoney Lane Campus.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Peter Symonds College Stoney Lane Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Barber: how to become a barber working in a barbershop or salon.
Junior stylist: entry-level role in men's hairdressing.
Hairdresser: working across men's and general hair services.
Salon assistant: supporting senior stylists while building experience.
Mobile barber: self-employed, visiting clients at home or work.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Barbering: the next step if you want to take on more complex techniques and move toward senior or management roles in a barbershop.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing: broadens your skills into women's hairdressing if you want to work across both disciplines.
City and Guilds or VTCT Level 3 qualifications in barbering or hairdressing can open the door to running your own business or training others.
