Level 2 Traineeship in Barbering

Level 2 Traineeships are ideal for learners who wish to develop and practice the skills required for employment within the barbering industry.

Course Code: P11184
Campus: Bangor, Downpatrick, Lisburn
Study Type: Full-Time
Education Level Further Education
Department: Hairdressing

Available Sessions

We have 2 sessions available for application on this course in Bangor, Lisburn.

Why Study This Course

You want to learn and develop the skills required for employment in the Barbering industry.

The course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to cut men's hair and facial hair to shape using basic techniques, dry and finish men's hair and shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp. You will also advise and consult with clients and develop and maintain your effectiveness at work.

The course will develop your wider skills, as well as providing you with the technical skills and knowledge in your chosen area.  The Traineeship will help you to develop a range of transversal skills that are important for employment including:

  • Problem solving
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Time management
  • Entrepreneurship

A key feature of delivery of Traineeships is the embedding of Project Based Learning into the curriculum which is a dynamic approach to learning, in which you will explore real-world problems and challenges that have been developed with employers.

Course Overview

The new Traineeship programme will allow participants to achieve a full Level 2 qualification. Delivered on campus 20 hours per week, the course will comprise the following key elements within the Direct Entry Traineeship or Introductory Traineeship.

  • A level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing
  • Vocational skills development including Transversal and Digital skills
  • Literacy and Numeracy qualification at Level 2 (may include GCSE qualifications in English and Maths)
  • A vocational placement is required for this course (to be sourced by student)

Students are required to purchase a uniform, kit to include 3 practice heads; staff will give details of both at interview sessions

Direct Entry Traineeship: You must hold a minimum of a Level 1 qualification, defined as four GCSEs Grades D-G to include Maths and English Grade D or above. You will also be required to complete an initial vocational assessment.

*Introductory Traineeship: If you do not meet the enhanced entry criteria for 'Direct entry' you may enter an ‘introductory phase’ of the Traineeship.

Suitability will also be determined following an assessment of your current level of literacy and numeracy. If you have not obtained the stated entry grades for Maths & English, but your assessment determines that you have the potential to achieve a Level 2 Essential Skill in numeracy and/or literacy over the duration of the NI Traineeship, you may be enrolled as an ‘Introductory’ Trainee*, following the same programme as those of the Full NI Traineeship except for Essential Skills.  

NB. Entry criteria may be subject to change and enhanced criteria may apply.

All applicants will be in for interview and skills test for this course.

Course modules may include:

  • Advise and consult with clients
  • Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp
  • Develop and maintain your effectiveness at work
  • Cut men's hair using basic techniques
  • Cut facial hair to shape using basic techniques
  • Dry and finish men's hair
  • Create basic outlines and detailing in hair
  • Colouring and lightening men's hair

Assessments will be carried out on paying clients.

Successful completion of this course can lead to employment or further study on the Level 3 Barbering programme.

Available Sessions

We have 2 sessions available for application on this course in Bangor, Lisburn.

Enquiries Information

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Available Sessions

Title Campus Start Spaces Apply or get more information
Level 2 Traineeship in Barbering
Y11184BF1A-25/26-FT
Bangor
01/09/2025
 14
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Level 2 Traineeship in Barbering
Y11184LF1A-25/26-FT
Lisburn
01/09/2025
 14
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Terms & Conditions

Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.

We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.

Courses are continually reviewed to take advantage of new teaching approaches and developments in research, industry and the professions. Please be aware that modules may change for your year of entry. The exact modules available and their order may vary depending on course updates, staff availability, timetabling and student demand. Please contact the course team for the most up to date module list.

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