Barbering

Gain a Level 4 Certificate in Commercial Barbering to become a qualified barber and learn the skills and knowledge required to prepare for a rewarding career in an ever-growing industry

Study barbering at Skillsec

This qualification will provide you with all the knowledge you need to become a qualified barber who can work independently in commercial settings.

Entry Requirements

  • Be a domestic learner (ie. a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident)

  • 16 years +

  • Sufficient literacy and numeracy skills

  • Fit and able to cope with physical and mental demands of a commercial barber shop environment

  • English language requirements of IELTS 5.5 for learners whose first language isn’t English

Meet the growing need for industry-ready graduates by completing our year-long practical programme delivered in a commercial barber shop, providing you with all the skills and knowledge you need to become a fully qualified barber.

Come and see us to:

  • Understand and apply barbering theory, professional ethics and industry standards, and health and safety requirements

  • Perform a variety of traditional and modern barbering techniques to suit every customer’s preference

  • Gain knowledge of the classical skills of clipper, scissor and razor cutting alongside the contemporary techniques of blowout fades, line-ups, and current colour and texture trends

  • Learn how to design and shape beards, blow dry and style hair as well as the fundamentals of wet shaving

  • Experience commercial work placements in a variety of settings

  • Develop professional customer relationship skills and how to provide client care and consultations in a salon setting

  • Create your own portfolio showcasing your work throughout the programme to market yourself and your skills for your barbering career

  • Join a friendly, fun environment supported by an experienced and passionate tutor and a team of industry experts

  • Enjoy small class sizes and practical learning

Duration
40 weeks (excluding holidays)

Monday – Thursday 8.45 am – 4.30 pm

+ 80 hours of self-directed learning

+ 120 hours (minimum) of work placement

Course Fees
Studylink approved

Fees Free if eligible

Course Fees $9,835

Equipment Costs $1400

2025 Course Dates
Monday 10 March - Thursday 11 December

New Zealand Level 4 Certificate

120 credits

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