Course Information

The VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Barbering (QCF) is a qualification that has been specifically designed to develop your practical skills to an advanced level through a variety of techniques in the following units; creatively cutting men’s hair and the intricate specialist work of cutting facial hair.

What Will I Learn?

Underpinning this qualification you will develop a sound knowledge of monitoring health and safety whilst working in the barbering industry. You will also develop a knowledge and understanding of the practical skills learned throughout this qualification. The purpose of this qualification is to develop your practical skills to a high level of occupational ability to enable you to perform your own salon services. There are 3 units in total; Monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon, Cut men's hair to create a variety of looks, Cut facial hair to create a variety of looks

Entry Requirements

You will require either GCSEs grades A*- C, a Level 2 sector skills course qualification or a successful interview.

Applicants with appropriate experience who do not necessarily meet the academic qualifications will be considered.

Assessment

You will be assessed via a range of methods which include continual assessment, through observation of your practical work, the completion of an e-portfolio, theoretical evidence, oral questioning and online external examinations.

Disclaimer

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