Barbering Professional Level 2 Apprenticeship

What will apprentices learn?

A Barbering professional at level 2 will be able to shampoo and condition hair, cut hair using a range of barbering techniques, style and finish hair to create variety of looks, cut facial hair into shape and provide shaving services. Barbers must be able to work with all hair types, characteristics and classifications ranging from straight (type 1) hair to very curly, hair with texture (Type 4 wiry hair). They also need to be able to carry out consultations with clients, demonstrate the professionalism, values, behaviours, communication skills, retail skills alongside safe working practices associated with their role. They must be able to work without supervision to a high level of precision, with exceptional client care skills.

Employment as a Barber or Men’s Hair Stylist in salon businesses ranging from a small micro barbershop, to franchises or large high street premises.

Applicants are likely to have grades 9 – 4 in GCSE English or Maths, or equivalent. Applicants will need to demonstrate the ability to achieve all elements of the apprenticeship during their programme, including working in a suitable job role.

Free to apprentices. This apprenticeship has a £9,000 funding band. Small companies may need to make a contribution of 5% ; large companies could pay through the apprenticeship levy if they have funds available.

Qualifications included:

• Level 2 Functional Skills in English or Maths (if required)

• Level 2 Barbering Professional Apprenticeship

• VTCT Skills Level 2 Diploma for Hair Professionals (Barbering) 603/1324/9