Barbering Level 1 (January Start)
Key Details
- Available at:Rhos-on-Sea
- Course type:Full-Time (Further Education)
- Study Mode:Full-time
- Level:1
- Programme Area:Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy
- Course Length:
Full-time: 1 year
- Bilingual:
Rhos-on-Sea
Please note: We recommend that you have access to a laptop/chromebook to enable coursework to be completed digitally at home. There is a dedicated IT Digital Inclusion fund to support those learners who do not have a digital device and are unable to purchase one.
Course Description
If you have an interest in barbering, this course enables you to gain knowledge in barbering/shaving skills, and also to progress to a higher level.
- 101 Prepare for hair services
- 102 Contribute to the development of effective working relationships
- 103 Blow dry hair
- 104 Shampoo and condition hair
- 106 Reception
- 218 Assist with shaving services
Entry Criteria
In order to qualify for this course, you will need at least one of the following:
- 2 GCSEs at grade D or above
- You will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to study by achieving your GCSE target grades and completing year 11 with good attendance.
- Successful completion of a Traineeship, Pre-vocational, Pathways or School Link Programme
- Relevant industry experience
Applicants already studying at the college will need an attendance of 86% on their current course.
As part of the application process, you will be asked to attend an interview to give you the opportunity to discuss the course.
Delivery
- Practical workshops and theory sessions
- Online exams
- Online portfolio
- Theory sessions
- Practical sessions in a realistic working environment
- Classroom
- Remote learning
Your programme will include a combination of:
- Essential Skills qualifications and/or
- GCSE resits
Essential Skills
This may include a combination of Application of Number, Communication, Digital Literacy and Essential Employability Skills
GCSE resits
This may include GCSE Numeracy/Maths and/or Welsh/English Language.
Assessment
You will be assessed on work you undertake on clients in the salon during an evening class through observation.
Progression
- Hairdressing Level 2
- Barbering Level 2
Would you like to apply for this course?
The application system for next year will open shortly. In the meantime, for further information, please contact the college.