NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Barbering

9 Weeks | Monday – Friday | 9am – 3pm Cost Of The Course is Just £2999
Location: Sunkissed Tans Training Academy, Newport, South Wales

✂️ Learn Barbering in a Real Barbershop Environment

Kickstart your barbering career with our NVQ Level 2 Barbering course, delivered in a live working barbershop for the most hands-on experience possible. This 9-week intensive course runs Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm, and is perfect for beginners or those looking to refine and formalise their skills.

👥 Small Class Sizes, Big Support

We keep our class sizes small (maximum 5 students) to ensure every learner receives personal guidance, hands-on support, and a safe, encouraging space to grow.

You’ll benefit from:

  • More one-to-one tutor time

  • Faster skill development

  • Greater confidence with practical tasks

🧰 Optional Barbering Kit Available

We offer a complete professional barbering kit which can be purchased alongside your course. This includes everything you need to cut, shave, style and practice both in class and at home.

📸 Build Your Barbering Brand

We don’t just teach you how to cut – we help you build a career. You’ll receive support with creating a professional social media profile to showcase your cuts, fades and shaves – helping you attract clients or employers from day one.

🧠 What You'll Learn – Theory & Practical Training

Our focus is practical training from Day 2, giving you valuable, real-world skills right from the start. You'll train on live models of all hair types, preparing you for the diversity you'll experience in the industry.

🧾 Core Modules:

  • Health & Safety in the salon

  • Shampooing and conditioning the hair and scalp

  • Consultation techniques and client care

  • Understanding the NVQ qualification structure

  • Completion of written coursework

💇‍♂️ Cutting & Styling Techniques:

  • Classic and modern haircuts

  • Long hair techniques

  • Scissor over comb

  • Clipper over comb

  • Texturising and layering

  • Beard and moustache trimming

  • Skin fades (0, 0.5, and full skin fades)

  • Tapering and shape blending

  • Advanced styling and finishing techniques

🪒 Shaving Techniques:

  • Hot towel wet shave

  • Razor control

  • Beard shaping and facial hair design

👨‍🏫 Live Demos & Hands-On Practice

  • Observe live demonstrations from experienced tutors

  • Work on training blocks first, then transition to live models

  • Daily feedback and tailored one-to-one support

  • Refine your skills through repetition and variation

🚀 What Happens After the Course?

We don’t leave you hanging. By the end of the course, you will:

  • Have completed all NVQ assessments and coursework

  • Be confident working on a variety of hair types and client needs

  • Receive guidance on employment opportunities

  • Have your barbering portfolio and social media ready to go

  • Be job-ready and confident in a professional setting

📝 Course Summary

FeatureDetailsCourse NameNVQ Level 2 Diploma in BarberingDuration9 WeeksScheduleMonday to Friday, 9:00am – 3:00pmLocationNewport, South WalesClass SizeMax 5 learnersKitOptional barbering kit availableEntry RequirementsNo previous experience requiredCertificationVTCT NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Barbering

📩 Ready to Start Your Barbering Career?

Spaces are limited due to small class sizes. To enrol or ask any questions, contact us today!