VRQ Level 2 Certificate in Barbering

This programme is only open to students who have achieved or are in the process of achieving a recognised qualification in hairdressing.

The Level 2 Certificate will provide basic skills in Barbering which will enable students to achieve units of credit towards a Barbering qualification.

The course will focus on the following:

• Working in the hair industry
• Follow health and safety practice in the salon
• Client consultation for hair services
• Shampoo and condition the hair and scalp
• Cut men's hair
• Cut facial hair
• Styling men's hair
• Reception duties

Students who have already achieved a recognized hairdressing qualification equal to Level 2 or are enrolled on a Level 2 qualification with a minimum level of a VRQ or NVQ Level 1 qualification in hairdressing.

As well as having a standard kit for hairdressing, you will be required to purchase a male head block for practicing head and facial cutting techniques.

It is also recommended that you have thinning scissors, razor and a set of electrical clippers.

All practical work will be assessed within a salon environment with written tests and /or assignments collated within a portfolio of evidence.

On successful completion of the programme, students can progress to the Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing.

Fees for the 2013/14 academic year are currently under review. Figures given below are indicative only and subject to change. Fees will be posted here as soon as they become available.

The fees for 2013/14 are to be advised.