This qualification aims to provide you with a range of technical practical skills and theory, which will equip you to progress on to the level 3 Barbering course. You don’t need any previous knowledge or experience to start this qualification. You may need to supply clients for the course, to enable you to complete assessments. On this course you will learn all of the technical skills and knowledge needed to work as a junior Barber, including colouring, cutting, beards, moustaches and styling services. Barbering services provide a range of opportunities in an exciting sector, which is growing in popularity. If you are aged 16 to 18, you will be enrolled on a study programme. This will include retaking GCSEs or undertaking Functional Skills in English and maths if you haven’t already achieved a grade 4 or above. You will take part in activities that help you to develop your personal skills, such as building your character and confidence. This will help you to live well and move into your chosen career.
Standard entry to this course requires one reference. It is desirable that you can demonstrate 90% attendance. A GCSE in both English and math’s at grade 3 (D) or above is required. A good reference is also required from school or an employer. You will also have an interview and a skills test to ensure you meet the criteria for the course.
To gain this qualification you must successfully achieve the following assessments: Online theory exams and practical assessments for each unit, which you will carry out in the college salon. The typical exam brief will require candidates to provide a variety of hairdressing services to a number of clients within a commercially viable time. This will require students to use consultation techniques to identify client requirements and build a professional rapport. Candidates who fail any theory or practical assessments will have the opportunity to resit them.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Welford Road, Leicester, LE2 7LW |
This qualification aims to provide you with a range of technical practical skills and theory, which will equip you to progress on to the level 3 Barbering course. You don’t need any previous knowledge or experience to start this qualification. You may need to supply clients for the course, to enable you to complete assessments. On this course you will learn all of the technical skills and knowledge needed to work as a junior Barber, including colouring, cutting, beards, moustaches and styling services. Barbering services provide a range of opportunities in an exciting sector, which is growing in popularity. If you are aged 16 to 18, you will be enrolled on a study programme. This will include retaking GCSEs or undertaking Functional Skills in English and maths if you haven’t already achieved a grade 4 or above. You will take part in activities that help you to develop your personal skills, such as building your character and confidence. This will help you to live well and move into your chosen career.
Standard entry to this course requires one reference. It is desirable that you can demonstrate 90% attendance. A GCSE in both English and math’s at grade 3 (D) or above is required. A good reference is also required from school or an employer. You will also have an interview and a skills test to ensure you meet the criteria for the course.
To gain this qualification you must successfully achieve the following assessments: Online theory exams and practical assessments for each unit, which you will carry out in the college salon. The typical exam brief will require candidates to provide a variety of hairdressing services to a number of clients within a commercially viable time. This will require students to use consultation techniques to identify client requirements and build a professional rapport. Candidates who fail any theory or practical assessments will have the opportunity to resit them.