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Barbering (Introduction)

Course Code: IHBA
  • Level: 1
  • Qualification: Award
  • Course type: Short course
  • Duration: Eleven weeks
  • Time of day: Evening
  • When you'll study: Mondays, 5.30pm - 9pm plus two Saturdays

What's it all about?

This course is for those interested in barbering. It is a good starting point for those not confident with the use of computers or Google suite. You will gain knowledge of a professional image in a salon environment and at the end of the course will have an understanding of the range of services and treatments offered in the barbering sector.

Course information

This course involves practical and theory sessions to achieve three units.

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. However, you must have an interest in barbering.

You will be assessed via three assignments (completed on Google Classroom) and practical assessments in the salon.

Upon successful completion you may progress to the Level 2 Certificates in Barbering or Hairdressing.

Please note fees are quoted for one year only.

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