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Barbering

Barbering

Level 2
Gloucester

Course Overview

Full Time
Certificate

Ideal if: You are wanting to take your first steps towards becoming a professional Barber.

You’ll learn: A range of skills and knowledge for traditional and modern Barbering and male grooming services.

Expect: Working on real clients in our salons.

You’ll love: Masterclasses from industry experts and competitions.

Barbering -  The professional craft of cutting, styling, grooming and shaving men's hair

If you are passionate about hair and want to take the first steps to becoming a professional Barber, then this full time course is for you.

Not only will you learn a range of essential Barbering skills you will also study the theory and origins of barbering which will equip you to enter employment or develop your training further.

Your studies will include:

  • Cutting techniques
  • Styling men’s hair
  • Trimming Facial hair and preparing for shaving services
  • Client consultation
  • Promoting products and services

 

These skills form a vital platform for anyone wishing to join Barbering. This is a vocational qualification which focuses on commercial timings and standards, where all practical assessments are carried out in our own commercial salons.

  

  • Typical Entry Criteria

    • Three GCSE subjects at Grade 3 and above:

      Gloucestershire College welcome any other/combinations of relevant qualifications that are comparable and/or equivalent to the typical course entry requirements.

      For 19+ applicants that do not have recognised qualifications may still meet course entry requirements through alternative methods of assessment at the College’s discretion.

      All queries regarding course entry criteria including the equivalency of qualifications and exceptional extenuating circumstances should be directed by email to the Admissions Department through applications@gloscol.ac.uk.

  • The general progression route for our Barbering programme is:

    Hairdressing (Level 2) BTEC Diploma 

    Or

    Employment in industry

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What You Will Pay

Our departments are the training ground for generations of artists, writers, police officers, athletes and other amazing people!

Please contact Student Services on 0345 155 2020 for pricing information.

If you want to work in a vibrant, ever-changing industry, a career in hairdressing, beauty and spas could be the right choice for you. 

Employment prospects in this industry are diverse and exciting, with opportunities to work in high street salons, hotels and spas, or perhaps on cruise ships travelling the world. You may even like to set up your own business. 

As a student, you’ll have the chance to use industry-standard facilities in our on-site salons at the Cheltenham, Gloucester and Forest of Dean campuses. 

Throughout your training programme you will carry out treatments for your peers as well as for paying clients, giving you the chance to develop your skills and gain the widest possible range of experiences. 

Student Stories

Georgina Wilson

My aunty owns her own spa and really sparked my interest in the beauty industry. My dream is to become a Beauty Therapist and my course has taught me all of the skills needed, as well as how to be professional and confident. If you want to study a hands-on course, I would definitely recommend GC for its wide range of courses and facilities."

Georgina Wilson

Level 2 – Beauty Therapy – Cheltenham Campus

Kasey Tyler

I was originally doing A Levels and was going to work in engineering! Doing hair has always been something I enjoyed. College is very different to school. I like how everyone respects each other, and it’s friendly here. I went in not knowing anyone and they’re now my closest friends. At first I wasn’t very confident but the more I did it the easier it got. When I started talking to our clients more, I felt way more comfortable asking for help. 100% I’m more confident now!

Kasey Tyler

Level 2 - Hairdressing - Forest of Dean Campus

Cornelia Smith

I chose my course because I really enjoy hairdressing – I like styling people’s hair and making them feel happy after I’ve finished with their look. I like learning new things, learning different colours and how to do different cuts. I find the processes really interesting. I work at a salon currently and would like to stay on there. Getting that experience of a salon, seeing how stylists do different things in different ways is really good to see.

Cornelia Smith

Level 3 - Hairdressing - Cheltenham

Lucie Scammell

I like doing colour because it’s more creative and you can do a lot more with it. It's really satisfying with the before and after photos. Finding clients but it is a really good way to learn and do the assessments. My lecturers are really good, they’re always there to help. I wasn’t very confident with cuts but the more practice I’ve had, the more confident I felt doing haircuts. It’s really lovely getting the client feedback afterwards.

Lucie Scammell

Level 3 - Hairdressing - Cheltenham Campus

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