Barbering
- Diploma
- Hair & Beauty
Course Details
- Qualification
- Diploma
- Subject Area
- Hair & Beauty
- Level
- 1
- Age Group
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16-18
19+
- Locations
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Harpurhey Campus
(Part Time - Non-released - 19 weeks)Harpurhey Campus
(Part Time - Non-released - 22 weeks)Northenden Campus
(Part Time - Non-released - 19 weeks)Northenden Campus
(Part Time - Non-released - 22 weeks) - Leaflet Code
- L8309
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Overview
This course will give you an introduction to the barbering industry, it will focus on basic skills to give you an insight into barbering and assisting in a barber’s salon, it will build skills on;
Shampooing and conditioning hair
Assisting in a salon
Assisting shaving
Basic cutting skills
Styling men’s hair
You will gain support in choosing the right career choice and building confidence in working within a team and preparing for employment.
English and maths will form part of this programme for 16-18 learners.
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Entry requirements
Students are required to an interest in the barbering industry, entry level 3 English required.
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How will I be assessed?
You will be on a course where assessment of practical observations supports your programme of learning. You will build a small portfolio of evidence and assessed through practical assessment.
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Continuing Your Journey
Upon successful completion of this qualification, students can advance their Hair and Beauty skills by enrolling on one of our level 1 courses.
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Fees, Finance & Funding
This course is fully funded, a kit and uniform will need to be purchased at the cost of approx. £150.
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In one of The Manchester College’s 19 Centres of Excellence you’ll develop the skills and gain the qualifications that you need to take the next steps towards your dream career.
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