Barbering

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What Our Students Say

“The studying here is really great because we get a lot of industry-standard products, like we’re doing the age of male characters so in our kits we all got three bald caps which obviously gave us one practice and two assessments, and we’re all using the Ben Nye cream paints which are really really good industry-wise, and definitely the airbrushes as well, and we all had a big workshop on the airbrushes so everybody knows how to use theirs, and we all have our own. The thing with this course as well is it gives you a lot of creative freedom, like we all get given a brief but it’s kind of ‘what do you want to do with the brief?’, and having all the products to back that up really helps us achieve that.”

Evie

Did you know!

  • English and maths will be built into your course if your grades are below 4.|Take advantage of our strong links with leading employers Wella, Goddess Electrical, HD Brows, Sterex, Urban Decay, Treasure House of Makeup, Nouveau, and Dermalogica.
  • Our practical rooms have been specially designed and built by experienced consultants to provide the college with first class commercial salons for hair and beauty therapy and makeup studios for media makeup.
  • By 2024, the hairdressing and barber sector in Leeds is predicted to grow by 3.3%. (EMSI, 2019)

Course Information

Introduction

Groom men’s hair and facial hair with this creative course. you will acquire specialist barbering skills such as shampoo and conditioning, cutting men’s hair, and trimming facial hair. You’ll also strengthen your customer service and communication skills. You’ll complete practical work and create a professional portfolio too.

Who is this course for?

If you’re in year 11 or 12 and are looking to take the next steps towards your career these courses are for you. Our vast selection of vocational courses span a range of subjects and combine academic study with practical skills. Study in industry standard facilities and use our industry links to prepare for progression.

Benefits and skills

  • Create an image based on fashion trends and client requests
  • Shampoo and condition, cut men’s hair, and trim facial hair.
  • Promote products that meet your clients’ needs.
  • Understand the art of colouring
  • Entry requirements

    Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above.

    Available apprenticeships and progression options

    Progression may include a level 3 qualification, an apprenticeship, or relevant employment.

    Course details

    Duration: 1 year
    Start Date: 15/09/2025
    Fees (16-18): No fee
    Study Type: Full time
    Course Code: 78887-01

    Employment Statistics

    • Hairdressers and barbers

      Average Salary
      £17,160
    • Hairdressing and beauty salon managers and proprietors

      Average Salary
      £20,800

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