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Certificate in Barbering Level 2

at Boston College, Boston · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate19 weeksPart time

What the college says

Throughout the Level 2 Barbering Certificate, learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology and health and safety. They will also develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to advise and consult, and provide a range of cutting and barbering services specifically for men's hair, which includes shaving and creating facial hair shapes. In parallel, learners will develop their communication and customer service skills, their awareness of environmental sustainability and their commercial skills, all of which are valued highly by employers. Problem solving and research skills will also be developed. Learners who achieve this qualification are eligible to become a State Registered Graduate Barber (SRGB) with The Hair Council and join the British Barbers' Association. As a junior barber, learners could progress directly into employment in a variety of contexts, which include: Commercial barber shops or salons, Specialist African type barber shops/salons, Independent/self-employed/mobile/home-based settings, Television, film, theatre and media, Armed services, HM prison service, Cruise liners, Hospitals/care homes, Whilst the primary purpose of this qualification is to prepare learners for employment, learners may choose to develop their knowledge and skills further by completing an advanced apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in barbering, these include: VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Barbering, VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Barbering Studies,

What you need to get on

Entry requirements are two GCSEs at grade 2 or above (Old GCSE grade E or above) or equivalent (to include English or maths), or any one of the following, an Entry 3 qualification, a Certificate in Skills for Working Life or Life Skills, an ESOL Entry L3 qualification.

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

  • Boston College Skirbeck Road

    Skirbeck Road, Boston, PE21 6JF

    EveningClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Boston

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