Hairdressing
Overview
What will I learn?
Have you ever thought of a career in the Barbering?
This short Full time January start, 16 week programme will equip you with the basic introductory skills and knowledge required to start you off in a Barbering career.
The course will provide you with a sound knowledge of Basic barbering skills including effective customer communication preparing them for relevant practical barbering services.:
- Clippering Techniques
- Gents Haircutting Skills
- Cutting Facial Hair
- Introduction to Facial Shaving
- Shampoo & Gents Scalp Massage
- Finishing and Styling of Gents Haircuts
- Work Placement
What qualifications do I need?
No formal qualification required however any underpinning skills in the hairdressing or barbering Industry would be beneficial
A strong desire and keen interest in Barbering is essential
This course requires all applicants to be 16+ years
What can I do after?
You will gain a National Progression Award at Level 5 in Barbering and on completion of this course you can move to industry as a trainee Barber and may continue your training in Barbering through day release to complete SVQ Level 2 Barbering skills
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5Programme Information
Start Date: w/b 22 January 2024
End Date: w/b 27 May 2024
Duration: 16 weeks/16 hours per week
Class Times: 9am-12noon/1pm-4pm
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