Level 2
Barbering Level 2 for School Leavers
This full-time, one-year Level 2 course will help you begin an exciting career in barbering. It is also suitable for students advancing from a Level 1 course in hairdressing or barbering. You will learn all…
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Course overview
This full-time, one-year Level 2 course will help you begin an exciting career in barbering. It is also suitable for students advancing from a Level 1 course in hairdressing or barbering.
You will learn all about the industry and its exciting opportunities. You will work in our modern salons to develop skills in cutting and styling men’s hair.
This Level 2 Barbering course is for school leavers aged 16-18.
How to apply
Find out more about our A Level pathways and how to apply
Who is this course for?
This course is for young people aged 16-18, who want to turn their interest in barbering into a creative, practical and sociable career, with lots of opportunities to progress and develop.
Level 2 will suit you if you have some experience in the barbering industry and you want to be a Junior Barber. If you have a passion for hair and for men’s fashion then this will be the starting point for your career as a Barber.
What you’ll learn
You will learn about the Barber industry and the skill required to gain your Level 2 barbering qualification.
This will include:
- The Health and Safety of Barbering
- Cutting Men’s Hair
- Styling Men’s Hair
- Consultation for Cutting and Styling
- Shampoo and Condition Men’s Hair
- Cut Facial Hair
Entry requirements
4 x GCSEs at 3 or above including maths and/or English or equivalent or a Level 1 qualification in a relevant subject.
We will invite you to a Course information meeting event where you will receive information, advice, and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
You will provide a copy of your last school report and / or a reference from an employer or relevant professional other. This is to ensure we can support you to be able to achieve well on the course.
We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish. Talk to us today if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level.
Future career and study
You can go on to complete a Barbering Apprenticeship or a Level 3 full-time Barbering qualification. With these qualifications you can gain employment in a barbers or be self-employed.
Additional costs
You will be required to purchase a barbering kit at a cost of £159.50.
If you are on a limited income, you may be able to receive help from our Learner Support Funding Bursary.
As a City of Bristol College student, you may incur additional costs to attend your course. For example, it is likely you may need to pay for travel and stationery.
Many courses offer learning opportunities that you may need to pay for. This may include things like study visits and visiting speakers. We will let you know in advance if there will be additional costs.