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Barbering Level 2 Certificate

East Sussex College - Lewes

Mountfield Road, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2XH

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 2
Retail and Commercial Enterprise

Available start dates

Available start dates

Tuesday, 07 September 2027
East Sussex College - Lewes
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Application Instructions

You can only apply for one course type on an application.

Applying for A-Levels and/or V-Levels? You can choose to study three A-Levels or create a mixed programme combining A-Levels with other qualifications, including the new V-Levels. You will select the courses from a list of relevant subjects when you apply.

Applying for T-Levels? T-Levels are full-time courses that allow you to focus on one subject.

Applying for Vocational courses? Our technical and professional vocational courses are full-time programmes focusing on one subject. You can apply for up to two courses in the same application.

We accept applications to more than one campus; however once you have attended an interview session and received an offer from us, you will need to confirm your first-choice course and the campus you want to study at.

Course Summary

Join us for this fast track course as we help you turn your passion for barbering into a career.

Course Details

Whether you're looking to learn a new trade, want to add to your existing skillset, or want to refresh your skills in this ever-changing industry, this course is perfect for you. We'll teach industry skills, knowledge, and techniques so you can provide men's hair services, including facial grooming, as an excellent barber. There a number of units you will study to complete the Level 2 qualification. They are: * Working in the hair industry * Health and safety * Consultation * Shampoo and conditioning * Promoting products and services * Blow drying men's hair * Cut men’s hair * Cut facial hair There a number of units you will study to complete the Level 3 qualification. They are: * Monitor and maintain health and safety practices in salons * Consultation support for college in hair services * Cut men's hair to create a variety of looks * Cut facial hair to create a variety of looks * Provide Shaving and face massage

How will it be delivered and assessed?

You will be assessed through a combination of written and practical assessments.

Entry requirements

Minimum four grade 3-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 1 course, and English Language or maths at grade 3.

Your next steps...

Once you have completed this course, you will be able to progress onto the Level 3 Barbering course or Level 2 Hairdressing, both courses have an adult part time option or employment within a barber salon.

Additional information


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