Barbering Courses in The City of London
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With over 60 years of experience in the barbering industry as both barbershop and training academy owners, we know that practical training is the key to becoming a great barber. In this industry, practice trumps theory every time because to apply all the theoretical knowledge, you need to have a pair of well-trained, skilled hands. If you’re looking for a men’s hairstyling or barbering course to kickstart or advance your career, look no further. Our courses include a unique training approach that encompasses practical training, demonstrations, and theory classes, unlocking your potential and shaping you into the professional you aspire to be.
Our beginner barbering courses take from 5 to 12 weeks, from the basic haircutting introduction to the nationally recognised Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Barbering. For already qualified hairdressers and barbers, we offer intermediate and advanced courses that can be customised to be as short as 1-day to as long as 30 days, including a nationally recognised Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Barbering.
We encourage models of all ages and backgrounds into our bespoke barbering academy to ensure you learn in a realistic working environment so you can become a specialist within your chosen career path. Whether that be a superstar barber or just a regular barber in your local barbershop, you will learn everything you need to know after enrolling on one of our unique courses. Classes are designed so we can easily adapt to any individual need, which helps you learn at your own pace. Regular one-to-one feedback will be provided constantly so you can grow into a confident professional in no time.
Barbering Courses for Beginners
Beginners’ barbering courses start each month with exclusive practical methods allowing you to cut hair from day two. Throughout the lessons, you will learn the fundamentals of basic techniques including but not limited to clipper work, classic scissor-over comb methods, beard and moustache trimming, client care, the five Alan d foundation haircuts and more. Do not hesitate and begin your barbering journey in a stimulating and inspired environment.
Foundation Barbering Course in Cutting & Styling
Course Price: £3,000 inc VAT
+ VTCT Reg. Fee & equipment
OR
£500 deposit and 4 weekly payments of £625
Course length: 5 weeks (25 days)
This barber course is aimed at those wishing to have a basic understanding of Barbering.
After an initial induction, on day 2 you will learn to cut & style utilising the 5 Alan d foundation haircuts before moving onto the practical elements of Barbering techniques including Scissor-over-comb, Clipper work, Beard & Moustache trimming, Client care, Shampooing, Styling & Barber-shop protocol. You will be trained on both dummy heads & live models.
Alan d certification is awarded on completion of the course.
Beginners Barbering Course Dates:
2024
January 8 / February 5 / March 4 / April 2 / April 29
May 28 / June 24 / July 22 / August 19 / September 16
October 14 / November 11 / December 9
Level 3 Certificate in Barbering
Course Price: £4,800 inc VAT
+ VTCT Reg. Fee & equipment
OR
£1,000 deposit and 5 weekly payments of £760
Course length: 8 weeks (40 days)
This barbers course is aimed at those looking for a part-time entry into the world of Barbering.
This VTCT Level 3 Certificate Barbering Course has all the practical Barbering training you need to become work-ready. It can be part-time, a minimum of 3 consecutive days per week, leaving you free to work the rest of the week!
With a recognised qualification, this VTCT Level 3 Certificate Barbering Course has all the practical work you need to be a work-ready Barber. After an initial induction, on day 2 you will learn to cut & style utilising the 5 Alan d foundation haircuts before moving on to the practical elements of our barbering training, incorporating all the latest techniques using scissors, scissor-over-comb, clipper work, beard & moustache trimming, client care, shampooing, blow-drying & barber-shop protocol. You may choose to add wet-shaving as an extra cost option. You will be trained on both dummy heads & live models.
VTCT & Alan d certification is awarded on completion of the course.
Beginners Barbering Course Dates:
2024
January 8 / February 5 / March 4 / April 2 / April 29
May 28 / June 24 / July 22 / August 19 / September 16
October 14 / November 11 / December 9
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Barbering – inc. Wet Shaving
Course Price: £7,200
+ VTCT Reg. Fee & equipment
OR
£1,000 deposit and 10 weekly payments of £620
Course length: 12 weeks (60 days)
This barber course is aimed at those looking to be work-ready and have an internationally recognised Barbering qualification.
After an initial induction, on day 2 you will learn to cut & style utilising the 5 Alan d foundation haircuts before moving on to the practical elements of our barber training, incorporating all the latest techniques using scissors, scissor-over-comb, clipper work, beard & moustache trimming & wet-shaving.
Client care, shampooing, blow-drying & barber-shop protocol all form part of the course leading to completion of your NVQ Level 2. You will be taught on both dummy heads & live models.
NVQ courses include VTCT on-line testing to complete the qualification.
Alan d & VTCT certification is awarded on completion of the course.
Beginners Barbering Course Dates:
2024
January 8 / February 5 / March 4 / April 2 / April 29
May 28 / June 24 / July 22 / August 19 / September 16
October 14 / November 11 / December 9
Intermediate Barbering Courses
Intermediate barbering courses will help take your barbering career to the next level. The course curriculum in this section is customisable, so you can polish your weak spots and confidently build your skill. These barbering courses are perfect for barbers who already possess some knowledge but seek to expand or refresh their memory. Courses can be completed as quickly as 1 to 10 days, depending on what you need to learn and your learning ability.
#OntheFloor
Course Price:
£355 inc VAT for 1 day
£660 inc VAT for 3 days
£990 inc VAT for 5 days
£1,620 inc VAT for 10 days
Course Length: 1, 3, 5 & 10 Days
Start Dates: By request
This is a bespoke barbering course created by you!
This barbers course is aimed at those who’ve left college with a qualification but aren’t confident or skilful enough to work on the salon floor, or those needing to brush up on a specific skill.
Open to all ages, #OntheFloor is a Barbering training boot-camp. No theory, no exams, up to 10 days of practical training in blocks of 1, 3, 5 or 10 days, concentrating on all elements of Barbering. This barbering training boot-camp will increase your skill levels & boost your confidence.
Wet Shaving
Course Price: £715 inc VAT
Course Length: 2 Days
Start Dates: Weekly
This barbers course is aimed at those wanting to learn the classic wet-shaving skill.
The 2-day barbers course is split into 6 sessions including shaving theory, skin tensioning & lathering techniques prior to working on live models.
Alan d certification is awarded on completion of the course.
Skills-Scan
Course Price: £200 inc VAT per person per day for the Skills-Scan, report and further training
On this two day course you will work through the Alan d Foundation Cut and Colour techniques and therefore we get to understand the level of your skill allowing us to create a bespoke targeted programme of improvement. We can focus solely on the techniques that you need to improve allowing you to quickly optimise your skills and your earning potential.
Once the initial two-day Skills-Scan is completed, Alan d will write a tailored programme to be agreed on and/or sent back your employer. Your training could then start immediately.
The initial Skills-Scan can also be run in your salon as a Workshop (price tbc).
The Refresher/Confidence Builder
Course Price: £990 inc VAT
Course Length: 5 days
Start Dates: Weekly
This is the Alan d signature barbering course.
This barber course is for Barbers returning to the industry who would like to polish up their skills, or experienced Barbers who feel “bogged down” with their everyday routine & are looking for inspiration.
This confidence building course is also designed for young Barbers who have just completed initial training & wish to improve their confidence levels as well as basic techniques.
Courses begin weekly throughout the year.
Alan d certification is awarded on completion of the course.
Finishing School – Barbering
Course Price: £125 inc VAT per day
This course is for new Barbers who want to build up speed and confidence by working on the Alan d models with as much or as little supervision as they require.
We’ve found that recent training has been erratic due to the Pandemic and the recovery period and many new Barbers suffered from a lack of models when they trained. By working in a no-pressure environment with the safety-net of a trainer if needed, you will gain the confidence you need to hit the Barbershop floor running.
Alan d have spent years delivering commercial Barbering Education and their reputation extends to their huge and diverse model bank, the same clients that are walking into your Barbershop right now.
This course runs from Monday-Friday and you can book as many days as you need with as little as 1 week’s notice.
This course is ideal for newly trained Barbers, Freelance Barbers and those looking to improve their confidence.
Advanced Barbering Courses
Advanced barbering courses are designed to maximise your barbering potential. Perfect for professionals that want to learn more about the art of barbering. You will have to commit to 6 weeks of training (30 business days) and will be awarded with internationally recognisable certificates. To complete the barber training, you will need to take online tests. Available at both London and Ipswich academies.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Barbering
Course Price: £3,960 inc VAT
+ VTCT Reg. Fee & equipment
£1,000 deposit and 4 weekly payments of £740
Course length: 6 weeks (30 days)
This 30-day barbers course is most suited to qualified ladies’ hairdressers looking to further their barbering skills, whilst working towards an internationally recognised qualification.
The course includes colour theory, practical colouring & colour correction, wet-shaving & the latest Barbering and cutting & styling techniques.
NVQ courses include VTCT on-line testing to complete the qualification.
Alan d & VTCT certification is awarded on completion of the course.
Course Start Dates: By request
