Standard Level 2 in Barbering Professional

Course Summary

To enrol onto this apprenticeship, you must have an employer who is willing to support you throughout the duration of your training and end point assessment.

This apprenticeship is designed to equip individuals with the foundational knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become a barber. The course focuses on the following content:

Knowledge:
- Understanding hair types, scalp conditions, and the appropriate tools, products, and treatments.
- Barbershop health and safety and legal requirements.
- Techniques for effective client consultations and recommending services and/or products.

Skills:
- Shampooing, conditioning and treating the hair and scalp.
- Styling and finishing hair, including modern techniques.
- Cutting hair using different techniques.
- Cutting facial hair into shape.

Behaviours:
- Maintaining high levels of professionalism and customer service.
- Communicating effectively to ensure excellent customer care.
- Staying up to date with new trends and techniques.