Level 2 C&G Award in Cutting Men s Hair (3002-92)

You need to purchase a kit to practise in and out of college.  Order forms are available at enrolment.

Smart black clothing must be worn in salon sessions.

This is a varied programme and provides a nationally recognised qualification designed to equip you with the knowledge, understanding and practical skills required for success in certificate in gents cutting techniques.

You will have the opportunity to progress onto a Level 2 Apprenticeship in Barbering.

You will have a keen interest to progress into the industry.

The course will include a mixture of theory and practical skills.

You will learn basic gents cutting skills, including one length, uniform layer and short graduation using club cutting as well as freehand and thinning techniques with scissors, clippers and trimmers. You will also learn how to create square, round and tapered necklines.

The knowledge acquired by you will enable you to understand the main factors that need to be considered when cutting men's hair, the effect of cutting hair at different angles and the health and safety considerations.

The units will be assessed by observation in a commercial salon environment, and by assignment forms and online exams. You will need to bring in clients for practical assessments.

You will gain a City and Guilds Award in Cutting Men's Hair.

If you meet the entry requirements for this course, please use the Register my Interest or Enrol button or contact Part-time Admissions at 01743 653333 to organise enrolment. If you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop into one of our advice events, ring Part-time Admissions on 01743 653333, use our live chat facility, or email parttimecourses@scg.ac.uk