Barbering SVQ2 SCQF Level 5

What is special about this course?

This exciting practical course provides you with the training needed to pursue a career in barbering.

You will study a combination of theory and practical units to complete the SVQ 2 Barbering certificate. 

Entry requirements

Your personal statement should reflect your passion for the industry.  Applicants should be effective communicators, good personal presentation, physical stamina and a high level of manual dexterity.

Ideally applicants may have experience, knowledge and interest in barbering or hold 3 passes at General grade National 4 including English or ESOL 4. 

If you are a mature student without the above your application will be considered on life skills.

• Cut hair using basic barbering techniques
• Cut facial hair to shape using basic techniques
• Dry and finish men's hair
• Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp
• Develop and maintain effectiveness at work
• Create basic outlines and detailing in hair
• Advise and consult with clients
• Fulfil Salon Reception Duties
• Information Communication Technology
• Working Skills

Fees

Fee information for FULL TIME SVQ2

If you have been living in the UK for at least 3 years, are ordinary resident in Scotland before the course start date it is likely that you will not have to pay fees for your full time course.  Please check our Fee Waiver Policy.

Full time students will automatically receive the fee waiver if they are eligible. We will use the information provided on your course application form to determine whether you are eligible. 

Scottish students

Rest of UK students

For students normally domiciled in the rest of the UK (England, Wales and N. Ireland, including Channel Islands and the Isle of Man) and with a term time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:

International students

For students who do not normally reside in the UK, including EU/EEA and Swiss nationals without settled or pre-settled status in the UK, with a term-time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:

 Fees are payable on enrolment each academic year.

Please contact credit.control.ic@uhi.ac.uk if you have any further questions on fees.

Fee information for PART TIME SVQ2

A Fee Waiver could be available to help with the payment of course fees depending on your personal circumstances, please check our Fee Waiver Policy to see if you are eligible.

Scottish students

Rest of UK and International students 

Fees are payable on enrolment each academic year.

Please contact credit.control.ic@uhi.ac.uk if you have any further questions on fees.

Funding

You will be required to purchase a kit/uniform as part of this course (between £300 and £350). If you are eligible for a bursary these costs will be covered. www.inverness.uhi.ac.uk/study/funding/

Additional costs

The cost of the course if studying part time is approx. £1,125 (payment plans are available).