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Overview
Level 3 gents shaving unit will provide an additional service to Barbering, with skills and techniques required to deliver a professional shaving service.
Effective communication skills and health and safety to a high standard are essential. Classes will be smaller in size max of 14 to accommodate the health and safety requirement of this unit. All practical assessments must be carried out on clients and no simulation allowed. You will require passing 3 practical observations by your lecturer. Techniques include – Skin tensioning, forehand razoring, backhand razoring and sponge shaving.
Minimum entry requirements
Employment in Barbers minimum of 3 years’ experience or Level 2 SVQ barbering certificate.
Additional selection requirements
ESOL Intermediate 2 qualification.
What you study
- How to prepare hair and skin for Shaving.
- Health and Safety.
- Shaving Techniques- full shave partial and beard outlines.
- Products for Shaving.
After the course
You will require your certificate to obtain insurance for this service.
How the course is taught
- Demonstrations by lecturer.
- Group discussions.
- Consultations.
- Research on products.
- Working practically on clients.
Materials
- You require to supply your own clients and open razor.
- Gloves and products will be supplied by the college.
Dress code
Smart and Tidy – no PPE required.