Academy Barbering
Beauty & Personal Care
A course by
UCOL
The UCOL Academy Barbering programme introduces secondary school learners to the core skills, knowledge, and practical experience needed in the barbering industry.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 3 locations
It will take a total of 30 weeks
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Gain foundational barbering skills
You will develop the core practical skills needed for work in the barbering industry, including hair cutting, tool and equipment handling, and application of finishing products.
Understand industry context
You will learn about the professional barbering environment, including the factors influencing the industry and its development over time.
Prepare for further study or work
You will be better prepared for entry-level positions in barbering, or for future study and credentialing in hairdressing or barbering.
What You're Signing Up For
Are you passionate about styling hair? The UCOL Academy Barbering programme will provide you with the opportunity to learn more about the rewarding, exciting barbering industry. Gain hands-on experience in UCOL training salons, learning to cut hair, use barbering tools and equipment, apply finishing products, and understand the working environment and influences that shaped barbering. The course is designed as a pathway for secondary school learners toward a career in barbering.
Course Content
- Hands-on experience in training salons
- Cutting skills and use of barbering tools
- Application of finishing products
- Understanding the barbering work environment
- History and development of barbering
- Knowledge of skin and hair for barbering
- Applying initial barbering techniques
- Unit Standard 10645: Describe the development of barbering (3 Credits, Level 3)
- Unit Standard 31946: Demonstrate knowledge of skin and hair for barbering (5 Credits, Level 3)
- Unit Standard 10646: Apply initial barbering techniques (20 Credits, Level 2)
What you need to know first
For year 11 - 13 secondary school learners (NZ Citizens, permanent residents or learners with an applicable visa allowing them to be enrolled in a secondary school).
Applications are to be received from participating schools.
Recommended school subjects: Maths, Chemistry, Physics, Physical Education, Biology, English.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Barbering
Personal care services
Beauty
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level positions in barbering
Foundation for careers in hairdressing, barbering, and personal grooming
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