Peterlee Campus
Course overview
This course is designed to develop your barbering skills to a senior barber level. Classes will be taught by our award winning lecturer on a part time basis - 7 hours a week with:
- 3 hrs practical session-working with paying clients
- 2 hrs theory/academic study skills
- 2 hrs cutting/shaving skills training
Homework is also an integral part of the course, where activities are completed via the college Canvas site and employer involvement will also be an integral part of the course in the form of guest lectures and master classes.
Topics
This qualification covers a very wide range of skills and knowledge required for working in the barbering industry, including these compulsory areas:
- Cut hair using a combination of barbering techniques
- Design and create facial hair shapes
- Shaving services
- Barbering consultation services
- Design and create patterns in the hair
Job opportunities after this course
Achievement of this qualification demonstrates to an employer that the individual has the skills and knowledge of health & safety, customer service, and also has the necessary advanced cutting, shaving and styling skills necessary to be employed as a senior barber.
Further study options after this course
Level 4 Advanced Diploma in Management/Hair
Entry requirements
Successful attainment of the articulating, pre-requisite programme (or equivalent level programme), alongside demonstration of programme-ready attendance, behaviours and attitudes. Some Technical Diplomas may require maths or English at a grade 4 dependent upon the subject.
For the latest qualifications and grades required by course type/level, please follow this link to check the most up-to-date entry criteria for direct entry and internal progression at the college.
How is this course assessed?
On going assessment throughout the academic year.
Theory - Online test as an end of year exam.
Practical- practical end of year exam.
When does the course start?
September 2025
Length of course
1 year, part-time course programme, taught on a Wednesday, 10.00am – 3.30pm.
Fees & Funding
Please read our Course Fees & Funding page.
How to apply
To apply online for this course, please click on the 'Apply' button at the top/bottom of this page.
Alternatively, if you need assistance with your application or you would like to apply over the phone or using a paper-based application form, please call Student Services on 0191 743 0149.
If you're not quite ready to apply for this course and would like some more information or to speak to a member of staff then please click on the 'Enquire' button at the top/bottom of this page.
