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Barbering (Level 2 Diploma)

at Nottingham College, Nottingham · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma34 weeksPart time£1,500

What the college says

This course is perfect if you want to work as a barber, it will give you the foundation barbering skills required to work in a barbers shop. You need to be highly motivated and demonstrate a keen interest in your chosen subject. The ideal candidate will be a good communicator and listener with excellent social skills, demonstrate a degree of creative skills and flair with a good personality and physical stamina. Computer skills are also an essential requirement. NVQ Level 2 in Barbering is a qualification that provides knowledge, understanding and core skills required to be a barber. This is a great course for anyone who wants a career in barbering. You will be taught all the basic skills to be able to have a lifelong career in this incredible industry.

What you need to get on

You will need: To be aged 19+ You’ll need 4 GCSEs at grades 9–3 (A*–D), including English and maths – one of English or Maths must be grade 9–4 (A*–C) or equivalent. 19+ learners without evidence of English & maths qualifications will complete an initial assessment. Results will need to reflect a grade of a 3 and 4 in English & Maths. All students must undertake and pass a practical dexterity test prior to enrolment to ensure you are suitable for this course.

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?

The provider describes this as being for learners aged 19 and over.

Where it runs

  • Adams

    Adams Building Stoney Street, Nottingham, NG1 1NG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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