Further Details | |
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Course Code | LP01495 |
Location | Yale |
Duration | Full Time, This is a 1 year full time course. 3 days per week 9am until 4.45pm. There will be times when you will need to attend evening events. Timetables will be shared with learners in induction. |
Department | Hairdressing & Barbering |
Start Date | 04 Sep 2025 |
End Date | 19 Jun 2026 |
Course Overview
Looking to advance your Barbering knowledge and skills? Then this is the course for you.
The VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Barbering (QCF) is a technical level qualification that provides you with the knowledge, understanding and skills to work as an employed and/or self-employed Barber.
Why is this qualification the most suitable?
This qualification covers specific skills necessary to work as a Barber in a Barbershop. The qualification builds on existing knowledge and understanding of barbering and develops more detailed and enhanced technical skills necessary for employment.
What does this qualification cover?
There are four mandatory units in this qualification for you to study including:
● Provide client consultation services
● Creatively cut hair using a combination of barbering techniques
● Design and create a range of facial hair shapes
● Provide shaving services
You will then be able to select a minimum of two optional units from a range of 10 units.
The full range of units can be found within the record of assessment book.
This Level 3 qualification includes specific units on ‘Business in the Hair and Barbering Industry’. This will endeavour to support our learners in gaining a greater understanding of setting up and maximising the success of their Businesses and those in which they will be working.
To ensure our L3 Barbering students have a wide range of skills for the industry, we have included optional units into the programme including facial skin care.
In addition to the Level 3 Barbering qualification, the learning area programme consists of the following compulsory elements to the course:
● Essential Skills Wales training and assessments
● Development of Welsh language skills
● All learners must complete a Work Placement
Please note that your timetable may include some evening sessions. Dates will be provided by your tutor on induction.
The VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Barbering (QCF) is a technical level qualification that provides you with the knowledge, understanding and skills to work as an employed and/or self-employed Barber.
Why is this qualification the most suitable?
This qualification covers specific skills necessary to work as a Barber in a Barbershop. The qualification builds on existing knowledge and understanding of barbering and develops more detailed and enhanced technical skills necessary for employment.
What does this qualification cover?
There are four mandatory units in this qualification for you to study including:
● Provide client consultation services
● Creatively cut hair using a combination of barbering techniques
● Design and create a range of facial hair shapes
● Provide shaving services
You will then be able to select a minimum of two optional units from a range of 10 units.
The full range of units can be found within the record of assessment book.
This Level 3 qualification includes specific units on ‘Business in the Hair and Barbering Industry’. This will endeavour to support our learners in gaining a greater understanding of setting up and maximising the success of their Businesses and those in which they will be working.
To ensure our L3 Barbering students have a wide range of skills for the industry, we have included optional units into the programme including facial skin care.
In addition to the Level 3 Barbering qualification, the learning area programme consists of the following compulsory elements to the course:
● Essential Skills Wales training and assessments
● Development of Welsh language skills
● All learners must complete a Work Placement
Please note that your timetable may include some evening sessions. Dates will be provided by your tutor on induction.
You will undertake a range of practical activities and be regularly assessed throughout the year.
Underpinning knowledge and understanding will be tested through written assignments and exams.
Underpinning knowledge and understanding will be tested through written assignments and exams.
Level 2 NVQ in Barbering
Or
Successful completion of a Level 2 Qualification in Hairdressing and experience of working in a barbers (subject to a skills audit).
Or
Successful completion of a Level 2 Qualification in Hairdressing and experience of working in a barbers (subject to a skills audit).
Further study:
L2 Hairdressing
L2 Hair and Media Make Up
Career Opportunities:
● Commercial barber shops/salons
● Independent/self-employed/mobile/home-based settings
● Product manufacturing and training
● Armed services
● HM Prison service
● Cruise liners
● Hospitals/care homes
L2 Hairdressing
L2 Hair and Media Make Up
Career Opportunities:
● Commercial barber shops/salons
● Independent/self-employed/mobile/home-based settings
● Product manufacturing and training
● Armed services
● HM Prison service
● Cruise liners
● Hospitals/care homes
Some courses may require kit/uniform to be purchased. Please see attached kit list for further information.
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