Barbering - January Start

Barbering - January Start SVQ

(SCQF level 5)

Full-time, Beauty and Complementary Therapies

Course Options
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Overview

Do you want to gain skills and knowledge to work in the Barbering industry?

This exciting practical course provides you with the training needed to pursue a career in barbering. During the course, you'll take part in a variety of demonstrations and presentations.

This is a 6 month course starting 13th January 2020 - 12th June 2020.

Minimum entry requirements
  • Good verbal communication skills are essential.
  • Two National 5 qualifications at Grade C or above.
  • Must be 16 years old or over.

Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum SQA ESOL National 5 or equivalent for NC/NQ courses and ESOL Higher or equivalent for HNC/D courses.

Additional selection requirements
  • Where English is not your first language you should have an ESOL Intermediate 2 certificate.

What you study

You will study 7 units which include:-

  • Cut Hair using Basic Barbering Techniques.
  • Cut Facial Hair to Shape.
  • Create Basic Outlines and Detailing in Hair.
  • Dry and Finish Men's Hair.

After the course

You will be able to gain employment as a Barber or apply for training positions within the Barbering industry.

Continuing study

  • SVQ Level 6 Barbering.

How the course is taught

The course is taught in a live salon environment with hands on practical tasks and also written work.  You will work with live models for assessment. You will also carry out a work placement within the barbering industry one day a week.

Materials

Notepads, pens, folder.

Dress code

Smart, no football colours or tracksuits.