Hair Professionals (Barbering) Apprenticeship Level 2 (In-Year Start)
Apprenticeship Standard
This apprenticeship is ideal if you are interested in styling hair for men and boys.
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Level 2
Attendance - Full-time
Duration - 15 months
Start date - September
Where - Huddersfield Centre
Course Overview
*Please note: We can only accept applications from individuals who have already completed Year 11 (or equivalent), as this course begins before September 2026. If you have not yet finished Year 11, please apply for September 2026 entry instead.
The barbering industry is rapidly expanding as interest in male grooming continues to grow. This apprenticeship will support you entering this industry. You will need to be in employment for a minimum of 30 days and will attend college one day a week.
The barbering industry is rapidly expanding as interest in male grooming continues to grow. This apprenticeship will support you entering this industry. You will need to be in employment for a minimum of 30 days and will attend college one day a week.
A key skill taught on this apprenticeship is learning to work with all hair types. You will need to adapt your techniques to accommodate straight hair and curly hair. You will also learn how important different shaving techniques are for different skin types. All this information is gathered via client consultations, which is another element of your apprenticeship.
On your apprenticeship, you will learn all elements of barbering, starting with shampooing and conditioning hair. You will learn to cut hair using different cutting techniques and learn how to style and finish hair. As an apprentice barber, you will be expected to be able to cut facial hair into a shape and provide a shaving service for men.
A good barber has excellent communication skills and understands the importance of excellent customer service and professional behaviours. You will also be taught about employee rights and responsibilities and the importance of health and safety in the both the workplace and industry. Students will practice on real clients and may also practice treatments on other students on the same course at Kirklees College.
*Please note: We can only accept applications from individuals who have already completed Year 11 (or equivalent), as this course begins before September 2026. If you have not yet finished Year 11, please apply for September 2026 entry instead.
The barbering industry is rapidly expanding as interest in male grooming continues to grow. This apprenticeship will support you entering this industry. You will need to be in employment for a minimum of 30 days and will attend college one day a week.
The barbering industry is rapidly expanding as interest in male grooming continues to grow. This apprenticeship will support you entering this industry. You will need to be in employment for a minimum of 30 days and will attend college one day a week.
On your apprenticeship, you will learn all elements of barbering, starting with shampooing and conditioning hair. You will learn to cut hair using different cutting techniques and learn how to style and finish hair. As an apprentice barber, you will be expected to be able to cut facial hair into a shape and provide a shaving service for men.
A key skill taught on this apprenticeship is learning to work with all hair types. You will need to adapt your techniques to accommodate straight hair and curly hair. You will also learn how important different shaving techniques are for different skin types. All this information is gathered via client consultations, which is another element of your apprenticeship.
A good barber has excellent communication skills and understands the importance of excellent customer service and professional behaviours. You will also be taught about employee rights and responsibilities and the importance of health and safety in the both the workplace and industry. Students will practice on real clients and may also practice treatments on other students on the same course at Kirklees College.
Core Skills Gained:
GCSE English and maths grade 2 or above.
To start your apprenticeship you must have secured employment that the college has agreed is suitable.
To start your apprenticeship you must have secured employment that the college has agreed is suitable.
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All apprentices are assessed via an end point assessment. This takes place once you have completed all units of your apprenticeship. Your end point assessment will be made up of professional discussion, completion of a practical test, a workplace observation and an online multiple-choice assessment.
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Wide range of jobs in the Why work in the Hair & Beauty Industry
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