This 24-week course is for beginners with no experience of barbering or hairdressing. The course covers all basic cutting, barbering and styling techniques suitable and in line within current barbering industry standards. The course includes facial haircutting and client-communication skills.
Qualification
SCQF Level 5
Study mode
Full-Time
Start date
26/08/2024
This course is ideal for anyone wanting to start a career as a barber. It will suit school leavers or those looking to change career or progress into the industry.
Beginners course covering all basic cutting, barbering and styling techniques to industry standard. The course includes:
You'll learn through workshops, groupwork, lectures, industry visits and guest speakers. Work placement will be undertaken during the course.
Practical assessments under observation and a portfolio evidence. SQA online (SOLAR) assessments.
This course is for anyone wanting to start a career in barbering. You'll gain the skills and knowledge to progress on to a higher-level course or into employment in the barbering trade. You'll be taught by industry-experienced staff, and do work placements to gain direct experience of the trade.
This course prepares you for work as a stylist in a barbering salon.
One or more of the following:
Interview on campus with lecturing staff.
There may be help available to assist with your study related costs. Impartial, confidential help and advice on financial matters is available from the Student Funding Team - including Bursaries, Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA), Student Awards Agency for Scotland, Student Loans Company and student support funds.
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