Barbering Diploma Level 2
Our full-time study programmes are designed to maximise your career prospects and widen your options for further or higher study.
This Level 2 course will allow you to develop and practise the cutting skills required for employment within the barbering industry. It will introduce you to the discipline of a real working environment and encourage you to reach a good level of knowledge and skills to kick start your barbering career.
Our Barbering department has received ‘Approved Training Centre’ status from the British Barbers’ Association – the UK’s leading association for barbering.
Work experience is also an integral part of our study programmes, enabling you to gain essential exposure to the world of work.
This Level 2 course will allow you to develop and practise the cutting skills required for employment within the barbering industry. It will introduce you to the discipline of a real working environment and encourage you to reach a good level of knowledge and skills to kick start your barbering career.
Our Barbering department has received ‘Approved Training Centre’ status from the British Barbers’ Association – the UK’s leading association for barbering.
Work experience is also an integral part of our study programmes, enabling you to gain essential exposure to the world of work.
Course Information
Course Type:
16-18
Study Mode:
Qualification:
Diploma
Location:
Deane Road Campus
Course Code:
HD223-YP02
Course Length:
36
Start Date:
September 2026
Subject Area:
SERVICE INDUSTRIES
Overview
Our full-time study programmes are designed to maximise your career prospects and widen your options for further or higher study.
This Level 2 course will allow you to develop and practise the cutting skills required for employment within the barbering industry. It will introduce you to the discipline of a real working environment and encourage you to reach a good level of knowledge and skills to kick start your barbering career.
Our Barbering department has received ‘Approved Training Centre’ status from the British Barbers’ Association - the UK’s leading association for barbering.
Work experience is also an integral part of our study programmes, enabling you to gain essential exposure to the world of work.
This Level 2 course will allow you to develop and practise the cutting skills required for employment within the barbering industry. It will introduce you to the discipline of a real working environment and encourage you to reach a good level of knowledge and skills to kick start your barbering career.
Our Barbering department has received ‘Approved Training Centre’ status from the British Barbers’ Association - the UK’s leading association for barbering.
Work experience is also an integral part of our study programmes, enabling you to gain essential exposure to the world of work.
What You'll Learn
• Client Consultation
• Cut Men’s Hair
• Cut Facial Hair
• Colour and Lighten mens Hair
• Men’s Hair
• Shampoo and Condition the Hair and Scalp
• Promote Products and Services to Clients in a Salon
• Working in the Industry
• Create an Image Based on a Theme
• Follow Health and Safety Practice in the Salon
We encourage our students to continue their English & maths study to Level 3
Elements of study
Your programme consists of the following elements:
• Study of your chosen vocational subject (50% of your programme)
• English and Maths (continued until the achievement of GCSE grade 4 (C) or equivalent)
• Employability skills (e.g. punctuality, attendance, communication and team work)
• Work experience in a barbershop (giving you a taste of working life)
• Tutorial & personal development (e.g. healthy living, volunteering and citizenship skills)
• Cut Men’s Hair
• Cut Facial Hair
• Colour and Lighten mens Hair
• Men’s Hair
• Shampoo and Condition the Hair and Scalp
• Promote Products and Services to Clients in a Salon
• Working in the Industry
• Create an Image Based on a Theme
• Follow Health and Safety Practice in the Salon
We encourage our students to continue their English & maths study to Level 3
Elements of study
Your programme consists of the following elements:
• Study of your chosen vocational subject (50% of your programme)
• English and Maths (continued until the achievement of GCSE grade 4 (C) or equivalent)
• Employability skills (e.g. punctuality, attendance, communication and team work)
• Work experience in a barbershop (giving you a taste of working life)
• Tutorial & personal development (e.g. healthy living, volunteering and citizenship skills)
How Will I Be Assessed?
There will be continuous assessment through practical work, oral and written questions and assignments. We’ll also ask you to organise and build a portfolio of your work.
Entry Requirements
- A minimum of 4 GCSEs, graded 9-3, including English or Maths
I'm Interested, What Next?
You need to speak to one of our tutors before you can enrol on to this course therefore, please use the 'apply' button on this screen to register your interest. Once we have your details we will send you a text with a link to book an informal interview. Please be aware that when a tutor calls you our number will appear as unknown/with-held/private.
Future Opportunities
After you have completed the course you could progress on to an Advanced Barbering level 3 course
Following further study you could work as:
A Barber and earn around £25,000 a year plus, depending on experience and returning clientele
Following further study you could work as:
A Barber and earn around £25,000 a year plus, depending on experience and returning clientele
Who Can I Speak To?
Please apply on line to book an informal interview
questions about the course please phone 01204 482515
How to Apply?
Click the ‘Apply’ button on this page.
You’ll be asked to set up a Learner Hub account so that you can track your application.
If you have any difficulties setting up your Learner Hub account, please email admissions@boltoncc.ac.uk
You’ll be asked to set up a Learner Hub account so that you can track your application.
If you have any difficulties setting up your Learner Hub account, please email admissions@boltoncc.ac.uk
Open Events
Open Events are your chance to experience Bolton College first-hand.
Register for one of the events below to chat to tutors, explore our facilities, and find out more about our amazing courses.
Visit boltoncollege.ac.uk/events to find an event and register.
Register for one of the events below to chat to tutors, explore our facilities, and find out more about our amazing courses.
- Wednesday 15th October 2025, 5pm-7pm
- Tuesday 18th November 2025, 5pm-7pm
- Monday 15th December 2025, 5pm-7pm
- Wednesday 9th February 2026, 5pm-7pm
- Thursday 12th March 2026, 5pm-7pm
- Tuesday 12th May 2026, 5pm-7pm
- Thursday 18th June 2026, 5pm-7pm
- Walk In Day, Thursday 2nd July 2026, 9am-4pm
Visit boltoncollege.ac.uk/events to find an event and register.
Enrichment
Sitting a job interview, writing a personal statement, applying for university - taking part in our enrichment programme will give you a CV to wow in all of these situations! You’ll benefit from departmental and cross-college enrichment with:
As well as giving you essential professional and technical skills, you’ll demonstrate that you’re a successful and well-rounded person, helping you to make a lasting impression.
We want you to have fun, so we also have plenty of leisure and sporting activities for you to enjoy, improving your health and wellbeing
- Inspiring trips and experiences
- Meetings with industry experts
- Visits to leading companies in your sector
As well as giving you essential professional and technical skills, you’ll demonstrate that you’re a successful and well-rounded person, helping you to make a lasting impression.
We want you to have fun, so we also have plenty of leisure and sporting activities for you to enjoy, improving your health and wellbeing
Why Choose Us?
We’re an elite College, and part of the University of Bolton Group, offering you a gateway to all of Greater Manchester’s vast range of fantastic opportunities for specialist careers, university degree courses and higher Apprenticeships.
We’ll reward your achievements with trips to The Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre and the opportunity to apply for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Our £75 million campus offers a refurbished fitness suite and sports hall; Apple Mac suites; libraries, a lecture theatre; hair and beauty salon; and a restaurant, café and canteen.
You’ll also enjoy a wide range of events, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.
You may qualify for a college bursary or financial support from Leverhulme Trade Charities Trust (LTCT), access more information here: LTCT Financial Support
We’ll reward your achievements with trips to The Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre and the opportunity to apply for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Our £75 million campus offers a refurbished fitness suite and sports hall; Apple Mac suites; libraries, a lecture theatre; hair and beauty salon; and a restaurant, café and canteen.
You’ll also enjoy a wide range of events, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.
You may qualify for a college bursary or financial support from Leverhulme Trade Charities Trust (LTCT), access more information here: LTCT Financial Support
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