SVQ 1 HAIRDRESSING

Intro to the course:

This 12-week course will give you skills and knowledge to start your barbering journey. You'll be taught in our purpose-built salons by industry-experienced staff. You'll provide basic services for clients and assist with more advanced services delivered to clients.  This course will prepare you for progression to study SVQ level 2 Barbering. 

Who is the course for?

This course is ideal for anyone wanting to start a career in barbering. It will suit school leavers or those looking to change career or progress into the industry. Perfect course for those stepping into barbering for the first time.

What will I study?

You'll develop foundation practical skills and gain valuable salon experience and customer care skills.

The course involves 

• Prepare for Barbering services
• Basic cutting
• Shampooing and conditioning hair 
• Contribute to the development of effective working relationships
• Blow dry hair
• Assist with barbering services.
• Assist with shaving services

Next step course options

SVQ Level 2 Barbering or Hairdressing 

How will I be assessed?

Practical assessments under observation and portfolio work.

Why should I choose this course?

This beginner's course is for those looking to start their journey towards a career in the barbering industry. It will allow possible progression to SVQ level 2 Barbering and further progression to SVQ level 3 Barbering. It will introduce you to a range of basic barbering techniques and skills needed for a career in the industry and provide valuable customer care skills

Where can this course lead?

Potentially lead to employment within a barbering salon or an apprenticeship.

What are the entry requirements?

One or more of the following: 

• Age 16 at the beginning of the programme 
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with others
• Motivated and possessing  creative and artistic skills 
• No formal qualifications required
• Acceptance will depend on application and successful interview

What are the interview arrangements?

Interview on campus with lecturing team.

Fees, finance and funding

Fees for short full time is £1008

This course is eligible for Bursary.

Please note, fees are subject to change, please double-check this when enrolling in your course

If you are unsuccessful in your Bursary application, you may be liable for the full cost of course

For more information please visit the finance pages - Fees, finance and funding options.

Other information:

This exciting course will be the starting point for your career within the Barbering industry

This full-time course will run for 12 weeks, 17 hours per week

Full time course: This course will run 17 hours per week for 14 weeks