Barbering Apprenticeship

On completion of this qualification you will be able to shampoo and condition hair, cut hair using barbering techniques, style and finish hair, cut facial hair into shape and provide shaving services for men.

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

An apprentice barber assists experienced barbers, while learning essential skills in hair cutting, styling, and customer service.

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Course contents

• Apply safe, hygienic and effective methods of working and infection control.
• Identify and report problems which cannot be dealt with to the relevant person(s).
• Use working methods that promote environmental and sustainable working practices.
• Carry out front of house duties to support the barbershop business.
• Promote yourself, your organisation, products and services via a variety of social channels.
• Complete and maintain client records in accordance with legal and organisational requirements.
• Use communication and etiquette that suits and is appropriate to the barbershop image and style.
• Maintain the client’s privacy, comfort and welfare during a barbering service.
• Work as part of a team to support the barbershop.
• Advise clients (new and regular) pre, during and after service on the services, products available and maintenance.
• Use a range of products, tools and equipment, adhering to legal and organisational requirements for safe use and storage.
• Identify contraindications or limiting factors that are likely to affect or influence the service using observation and appropriate questioning techniques.
• Carry out a consultation, examine and analyse the hair, skin and scalp.
• Prepare the hair for barbering services.
• Cut hair using a range of barbering cutting techniques, to create a variety of looks, taking account of factors influencing the service and the steps required to achieve the desired look.
• Restyle hair by changing the length, bulk or shape to achieve a significant/clear different style.
• Create basic outlines and detailing in hair.
• Design, create and maintain a variety of facial hair shapes and looks.
• Style and finish hair to create a variety of barbering looks.
• Provide shaving and facial massage services safely.
• Evaluate the results of the service.