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Barbering Diploma Level 2

at West Suffolk College, Bury St. Edmunds · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

If you have already completed your Level 1 in Barbering or are looking for a diverse, innovative and creative opportunity to develop your skills, and launch a successful career, this course could be your next stepThis qualification will provide you with the requisite knowledge, understanding and skills to work competently as a barber. You will have the opportunity to work on building your knowledge and confidence, whilst focused training will ensure you have the skills required to provide high quality barbering services and excellent customer service.You will further develop the skills to join an ever developing and growing industry, working in the hairdressing, barbering and beauty industry attracts passionate, artistic and hardworking individuals. This is a demanding industry where maximum job satisfaction is guaranteed for the right person!

What you need to get on

Entry by interview. Applicants will have completed Level 1 in Hairdressing and Barbering but we will also consider students who have achieved Grade 4 (C) and above in English and Maths and minimum of one other at Grade 4 (C) and above. Successful applicants will be required to have current or planned experience working in a salon environment. Some of the products used in the hairdressing and beauty industry contain nuts and therefore this occupation may not be suitable for those people with an a

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • West Suffolk College

    Out Risbygate, BURY ST EDMUNDS, IP33 3RL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · BURY ST EDMUNDS

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