Start Date
- September 2025, Full Time, Day
What You Will Study
This exciting course blends real life work experience with skilled training. You will build on your existing barbering skills and develop your confidence to regularly complete services to the public.
You will learn in our on-site salon where we have a regular client base which you can build on with your own clients. The majority of our Level 3 students have paid jobs in the industry by the time they leave.
Units you will cover include:
- Cutting men's hair to create a variety of looks
- Cutting facial hair to create a variety of looks
- Wet shaving and facial massage
- Design and create patterns in hair
- Business promotion and design
- Health and safety
- Advising and consulting with clients
You will complete 30 hours of work experience throughout the course to enhance your skills and awareness of the industry. Support is provided to help approach suitable salons in the local area and you will use a placement journal to record your experiences and comments from your salon trainer. You will also benefit from visits to national shows and hear from expert speakers to enhance your knowledge and skills.
You will be expected to attend 100% of college classes, and you will usually be in college three or four days a week. We ask all students to be committed to regular attendance to avoid it impacting the progress of your course, success in your exams and progression to further courses. Please note any part time job commitments must not impact on your studies or classes.
Why Choose City College Norwich?
Industry standard facilities
At our college you will have access to industry-standard facilities and get to use top of the range equipment. On our campus you’ll find media suites, TV studios, design labs, workshops, hair & beauty salons, working kitchens and a live theatre.
Gain real experiences of work
All of our courses will provide you with outstanding experiences of work and prepare you for your future career. You will work with real employers and customers and build connections.
A unique student experience
This is what really sets us apart. At our college you will experience the freedom to be yourself. Being part of an active Students’ Union, having opportunities to travel and enjoying live entertainment are just a few of the amazing opportunities available to you.
Entry Requirements
You will need to have achieved four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English language and maths. You must also have a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Hairdressing or Level 2 in Barbering .
How You Will Be Assessed
The course is assessed both practically and through a series of online tests taken at the end of each unit. Evidence from these will go towards building up a portfolio of evidence. Practical assessments will be undertaken on paying clients and must be completed in a commercially acceptable timescale.
Course Progression
You can progress into employment or onto further related courses.
Where Your Course Can Take You
The hair and beauty industry is a vibrant, dynamic and creative sector offering fantastic employment and training opportunities. This sector alone employs nearly a quarter of a million people and is worth over £6 billion to the UK economy. There are a wide variety of jobs for qualified barbers, including salon and spa work both in the UK and abroad. Barbers also work in hotels, on cruise liners, in hospitals and health clubs. With further experience, you could also become a salon owner or follow careers in hair design for photography and fashion, teaching and training and work for manufacturers of hairdressing products as a technical adviser. You could also look at becoming self-employed.
Fees
For UK students aged under 19 years old on the 31st August prior to the start of your course, your tuition fees are free. There will be costs for equipment, uniform and trips. Please check our Finance pages for fee information and any financial help that may be available..
Why Choose City College Norwich?
Industry standard facilities
At our college you will have access to industry-standard facilities and get to use top of the range equipment. On our campus you’ll find media suites, TV studios, design labs, workshops, hair & beauty salons, working kitchens and a live theatre.
Gain real experiences of work
All of our courses will provide you with outstanding experiences of work and prepare you for your future career. You will work with real employers and customers and build connections.
A unique student experience
This is what really sets us apart. At our college you will experience the freedom to be yourself. Being part of an active Students’ Union, having opportunities to travel and enjoying live entertainment are just a few of the amazing opportunities available to you.
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