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VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Barbering
FULL TIME: 8 Week Course. Tuesday to Friday, 10am – 5pm. £3,395 inc vat
Introduction
This skills-based qualification is designed to deliver the fundamentals of barbering with the aim of achieving a high level of occupational ability. The course will provide a solid foundation for further learning and/or entry in to the barbering industry.
The Course
This course is tailormade for any aspiring barber looking to kick start their career. The qualification has been specifically designed to develop maximum practical skills using traditional methods, whilst also teaching the creative art of cutting men’s hair. Also covered are the many specialist techniques of cutting facial hair and how to offer a professional customer consultation.
SB International Barbering Academy also functions as a fully operational barbershop. This provides a constant supply of varying clientele and, combined with our industry leading teaching techniques, gives every student an unparalleled educational experience. With our help, every student can expect to cut a live client on day one of the course and we aim to continue this hands-on approach for the duration of the qualification, cutting up to 6 clients daily.
Additional Qualification Opportunity
Every student studying on the VTCT Level 2 Barbering Course will be given the opportunity to undertake a separate additional NVQ Traditional Wet Shave qualification during their 8 week study programme. This is a comprehensive, hands on, and commercially desirable course designed to provide a well-balanced, in depth understanding of all aspects of hot and cold towel, cut throat shaving. More information is available upon request.
Course Highlights
- Health and Safety
- Tool Maintenance and Specification
- Consultation Techniques and Customer service
- Core Clipper and Scissor Techniques
- Fading Techniques
- Cutting Facial Hair including Basic Beard Shaping and Care
- Product Specification and Upselling
- Specialist ‘SB’ Cutting Programme focusing on Longer Hair, Hair Structure and Shape
Progression
Students who have completed the VTCT Level 2 Certificate have gone on to complete our VTCT Level 3 certificate with included NVQ Hot Towel Shave Unit. This represents the best ‘next step’ qualification for barbers with newly acquired skills, looking to perfect and refine their technique to that of an accomplished barber.
We offer incentives to SB students wishing to undertake the Level 3 course immediately after completion of the Level 2 qualification. Please ask our course advisors for more information.
VTCT Level 3 Certificate (Including NVQ Hot Towel Shaving Unit)
FULL TIME – 8 Week Course. Tuesday to Friday 10am-5pm. £3,495 inc vat
Introduction
The Level 3 Certificate is an 8-week qualification that has been specifically designed to develop an advanced level of barbering skills. This course features our pioneering practical learning methods which we compliment with industry leading theory. Students will graduate with an advanced knowledge of barbering plus an excellent understanding of cutting techniques and practical skills.
The Course
This course is the natural progression for all Level 2 qualified barbers and represents the ideal course for any existing, established barbers, looking to perfect and refine their techniques. This course is also recommended for any barbers who want to brush up on traditional and modern, advanced techniques.
With a full hot towel shave unit included, you will also learn the art of traditional cut throat shaving. Our creative directors have developed their own specialised ‘tried and tested’ shaving routine which is industry recognised and of a very high standard. This unique SB approach, combined with lots of practical ‘hands on’ cutting of real clients, means all students spend maximum time on the cutting floor, perfecting the skills and techniques needed to become an accomplished, multi-talented barber.
Course Highlights
- Advanced Barbershop Health and Safety
- Advanced Consultation Techniques
- Advanced Clipper and Scissor Techniques
- Comprehensive Beard Maintenance and Care
- Industry Leading Fade Techniques
- Commercial Waxing Procedures and Techniques
- NVQ Professional Cut Throat Hot Towel Shaving Qualification
Progression
Students who have completed the VTCT Level 3 Certificate have gone on to complete the VTCT Level 3 Diploma. This is a high calibre ‘advanced skills’ qualification for proficient barbers looking to develop specialist expert technique and knowledge. Perfect for anyone looking to achieve the highest standards of barbering skills and possibly take the next step towards management level or teaching and assessing. We offer incentives to SB students wishing to undertake this course immediately after completion of the VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Barbering qualification. Please ask our course advisors for more information.
VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Barbering
FULL TIME – 8 Week Course. Tuesday to Friday 10am-5pm. £3,695 inc vat
Introduction
The VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Barbering (QCF) is a technically advanced qualification for existing professionals who already possess the fundamental practical skills to be a barber. This qualification is based on barbering National Occupational Standards (NOS) and is recognised by the UK’s leading barbering professional association (British Barbering Association – BBA) as being fit for purpose for preparing learners for a career as a skilled barber.
The Course
This is an ‘advanced skills’ course for skilled professionals and established barbers looking to develop specialist expert technique and knowledge. Perfect for anyone looking to achieve the highest standards of barbering skills and possibly take the next step towards management level and or teaching and assessing.
This qualification involves a lot more theory-based learning in comparison to our level 2 and level 3 courses. Due to the academic nature of this learning programme, the course is more suited to someone with existing high levels of practical expertise.
Course Highlights
- Advanced Barbershop Health and Safety
- Advanced Consultation Techniques inc Skin Disorders
- Advanced Clipper and Scissor Techniques
- Comprehensive Beard Maintenance and Care
- Industry Leading Fade Techniques
- Commercial Waxing Procedures and Techniques
- NVQ Professional Cut Throat Shaving Qualification
- Specialist Hair and Scalp Treatments
- Advanced Academic Study Programme
1-Day Fade Workshop
1 Day Course. 10.00am – 5.00pm. £150 inc vat
The Course
This is a high quality theory and practical workshop giving students approximately 2 hours of theory including 1 Fade demo. This allows for the rest of the day to be practical hands on cutting of live clients.
This workshop is specifically offered to all Barbers who wish to improve their fading technique. The SB Fade Workshop is based around our tried and tested formula for breaking down the Fading process. The recent surge in popularity of the Fade has pushed industry standards to an all-time high meaning an expert knowledge and mastering of this technique is now an essential component of every barber’s skill set.
Course Highlights
- The Theory of the Perfect Fade
- Technical Masterclass
- SB Tried and Tested Fade Formula
- Practical ‘Hands On’ Learning