FAQ Frequently Asked Questions
When do your barbering courses commence?
There are no start dates. Unlike colleges and further education centres etc, we don’t work to the academic year. As part of our ‘Flexible Learning’ we offer our clients the opportunity to start at any time.
What are the learning hours & days?
We don’t have fixed learning schedules, we offer Students the option of specifying when they want to train, around their availability. This means they can train & learn for up to 5 days a week (Tues-Sat).
How long do barbering courses run for?
Unlike colleges etc we don’t ‘timetable’ learning, students learn at their own pace and our NVQ barbering courses are based largely on ‘Guided Learning Hours’ which specify the minimum hours per unit. Because students can learn up to 5 days a week, the course duration is determined by the chosen learning schedule. As a guideline, a student could pass the course in approximately 45 weeks if training 1 full day a week, much shorter if they were attending 5 days a week. Some students who have been able to commit to regular attendance of an average of 4 days a week have been known to complete in less than 12 weeks.
How does the flexible attendance work?
We uniquely offer flexible attendance, which allows our students to conveniently fit training in around other commitments, eg work or family. So you could attend different days each week, take the odd week off if you are busy eg. for school holidays etc. We like our students to aim to attend at least 1 day a week on average, and you can attend as many times as you wish for up to 1 year, by which time you should aim to be completed by. We find that the more frequently students can attend, the quicker they get through their course in terms of both timescale and number of days’ attendance required to complete.
Do I need to take any test before starting a course?
All teaching for our barbering courses is in English, and whilst we endeavour to accommodate those for whom English isn’t their first language, it may be necessary to undertake an English test to ascertain suitability for the course prior to starting, this can be done by calling in for a chat or on our Taster Day.
I am dyslexic – how will this affect my chosen course?
Additional resources and tutoring are provided to students with dyslexia, so please let us know prior to your course commencing.
Is there homework?
There are some sessions of theory which can optionally be completed at home, this saves our students time as they can then focus more on in-depth theory and practical training while attending.
How can I spread the cost of the barbering course?
In addition to paying in full prior to your course commencing, we offer Clients the opportunity to pay a deposit followed by weekly, monthly or quarterly payments. This is provided by a signed credit agreement, which commits you to the payments.
Do I need to purchase any equipment?
You will need to have specific items that form your kit (a list will be provided at the start of your course), you can purchase them from retailers or we stock many items at cost price.
Do I need to get a placement?
No, we have a commercial barbershop attached to our academy, where you can complete services on clients, this ensure that throughout your course you will gain real barbershop experience.
No I need to find clients?
Although it is not a requirement, our students are more than welcome to bring in their own clients.