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

What our students say about us

  • 'I love the fact that this programme is set in the back of a real barbershop. It helps all the students to fully understand what the trade is all about'

  • 'I find all aspects of the course enjoyable'

  • 'I've learned how to perform a full wet shave from start to finish, and how to cut longer hair to create different shapes. I've learned to find what hairstyle and beard style would suit my client the best

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