Barbering - Level 3

Entry Requirements

Level 2 Diploma in Barbering and E3 in English and Maths initial assessment. You will also need good communication and dexterity skills as well as a keen desire to work with the general public in a professional manner.

Qualification Obtained

Industry Placement and Field Trips

An industry placement is compulsory for 16-18 year-olds, with students spending one day a week on a relevant industry placement. Please note it is your responsibility to find a suitable placement.

A varied enrichment calendar (with optional activities) will be made available at the start of the academic year. The costs will vary according to each activity and will be made available at enrolment.

Learning and Teaching Methods

You will cover the following units on the course:

• Monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon
• Consultation support for colleagues in hair services
• Cut men's hair to create a variety of looks
• Cut facial hair to create a variety of looks
• Provide shaving and face massage services

Our expert tutors understand that everyone learns in different ways so they use a range of teaching methods to enable everyone to achieve their potential. A key method used is demonstration, which allows you to observe the practical application of skills before having a go yourself.

You will work collaboratively with your peers in group tasks, presentations and practical salon sessions. You will be required to model for your peers as well so you can experience the therapies first hand. You will also be expected to apply these skills to real clients in our working salons.

There will be dedicated individual/self-study time on your course which needs to be supported by your own study outside of College, using online development platforms such as Canvas, our virtual learning environment.

E-learning is a key element of all our programmes and we also use a range of on-line apps to support, enhance and motivate learning. Your tutors will support you with these technologies and also in preparing for exams.

The course is 2-4 days a week for 35 weeks and your tutor will guide you on independent study.

Expert Tutors

All staff involved in the delivery of further education courses within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver. The approval process ensures that staff delivering a given programme are appropriately qualified and, where appropriate, possess relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice.

Assessment Methods

Assessment is continuous and both formative (allowing you to regularly reflect on and improve your performance) and summative (carried out at the end of a learning period). You will need to complete online exams and demonstrate your practical skills, to awarding body standards.

Other Costs and Equipment Needed

If you are aged 16 to 18 your uniform, tools and equipment are all provided for you. However, Full black shoes and black trousers must be purchased and worn at all times with the uniform top.

All students will need to provide their own stationery, including pens, notepads and an A4 folder. If you need a replacement ID badge, the cost will be £3 (or £8 if incorporated with a bus pass).

Tuition Fees

Read our tuition fees guide.

Regulation and Accreditation

Accrediting Institution: N/A

Awarding Body: City & Guilds

Regulatory Body: Ofsted

Terms and Conditions

Read our full terms and conditions.

Career Options and Progression

The primary aim of this qualification is employment but it also provides an excellent opportunity to develop skills and knowledge further if you aim for achieving a level 4 or higher qualification.