Transitions 2 Barbering Level 4 (Pre-Apprenticeship Academy)

Overview

Why Study at West?

Prepare for the professional world of hairdressing/barbering by honing your skills in our cutting-edge salon facilities. Our expert lecturers collaborate with industry leaders, including Wella and other top brands, ensuring the delivery of the latest industry standards. With a wealth of experience as salon owners and freelance stylists, our lecturers provide practical insights and knowledge to get you industry ready.

Graduates have successfully entered roles in leading salons and renowned industry names as well as starting their own businesses. In collaboration with Bridge2Business, you'll acquire the skills to not only establish yourself as a qualified stylist but also excel in the industry with business knowledge and social media expertise.

What will I learn?

Would you love to start an exciting career in a fast paced, creative industry?

Then check out our Pre-Apprentice Barbering and Hairdressing Academy!

Designed to develop the skills and connections to prepare young people for a Modern Apprenticeship in the Barbering or hairdressing Industry . This engaging course will give you the basic skills needed to get started in hairdressing and barbering.

With extensive connections to the Industry, highly experienced lecturing team and realistic working environment, West College Scotland is the perfect place to start your apprenticeship journey.

This course will provide you with basic knowledge and understanding of Barbering and Hairdressing at the lowest level to allow progression in the future with your skills. It is expected you will attend a work placement within a Barber shop/ Hairdressing salon during your course.

What qualifications do I need?

There are no formal entry requirements however a successful informal interview will take place before a place is offered. Applicants must be age16 or over at course commencement

What can I do after?

On completion of the Pre - Apprentice course you can move directly to a Modern Apprentice Level 2 Hairdressing / Barbering or continue with a NPA Level 5 Barbering short full time course Jan – June within College.

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Programme Information

Start: August

End: December

Duration: 16 weeks short full-time course/16 hours per week