Hairdressing & Beauty

Diploma in Barbering - Level 3 (Evening)

Start Date: 19/09/2024

Start Time: 16:30

End Date: 26/06/2025

End Time: 21:00

Day(s): Thursday

Site: College Main Site

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Course Overview

This course is designed for people aged 19 or older who are considering a career in Barbering. This course will take place in person at Yeovil College and will be delivered one evening per week for the whole academic year. The course will focus on you being able to further develop your skills and knowledge from Level 2 Barbering. You will learn more precise consultation and hair cutting techniques whilst developing your existing barbering and beard shaping skills. You will learn how to colour and lighten hair, as well as perming hair and will also learn how to carry out a basic shaving service. During the course you will have the opportunity to complete additional units that will enhance your skills and knowledge.

Work Experience & Industry Placements

We recommend you find a placement to help strengthen your skills, though this is not mandatory.

Qualification Gained

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Barbering.

After The Course

This course will provide you with the knowledge required to entry the industry as a qualified Barber. After finishing this course, you could decide to take additional courses in this sector and would be welcome to discuss your options with your tutor. If you are unsure of your options, you might like to discuss your journey with our dedicated careers advisors.

What Will I Learn

You will receive training in consultation, men's cutting, cutting of facial hair, colouring and lightening hair, perming as well as basic facial shaving services.

Our Lecturers

The course is taught by well qualified and experienced industry professionals, who are dedicated to ensuring student success through effective curriculum delivery and high-quality student support. The team includes staff with relevant sector experience and expertise.

Teaching Learning and Assessment

Teaching will be through a mixture of practical and theory-based sessions. For your practical elements, you will need to source models for your assessments in each technique.

You will also be required to complete self-directed study for your theory based assignment work and to embed your knowledge prior to your exam.

Course Expenses

The cost of this course is £3,345. You will also need to purchase kit and uniform from £390 and have the opportunity to attend educational visits and training for additional costs.

Some learners, depending on financial situation, may be entitled to apply for an Advanced Learning Loan. To find out more, please don't hesitate to contact our friendly iZone team via 01935423921 or email izone@yeovil.ac.uk.

Additional costs may be covered by our financial assistance bursary which you can apply for once you have had your place confirmed and at that point, you will be provided with the bursary application form.

How Will I Be Assessed

You will be assessed through practical observation, online and written exams and through online work packs. You will complete a work pack over the duration of the course and you will complete multiple choice exams throughout the duration of this course. You will need to complete the workbook and pass the multiple choice tests in order to achieve the qualification.

Entry Requirements

This course requires a previous qualification of Barbering Level 2 Certificate or NVQ Diploma at Level 2.
A good level of written English, so we ask for applicants to hold either a GCSE in English at grade C / 4, or an equivalent (e.g. Functional Skills Level 2). If you don't yet hold your GCSE English (or equivalent), you can look through our website or contact our friendly iZone team to find out more about the GCSE and Functional Skills courses we offer.

Required Experience

This course is designed for those with a foundation knowledge and with prior experience of barbering.

How To Apply

Apply online by clicking the button below. If you have any questions about your application, please don't hesitate to contact our friendly iZone team via 01935423921 or email izone@yeovil.ac.uk.