Certificate in Barbering
This course enable the learner to gain the necessary practical skills and knowledge required to enter the barbering industry.

Overview
Expression of Interest
We currently don't have this course scheduled. If you are interested in undertaking this course or looking for more information, please complete the form below and a member of our Recruitment Team will be in contact:
Barbering Learners
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Course Modules
The qualification consists of 4 mandatory units.
The main skills the learner will perform are:
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Cut Men’s Hair – develop basic cutting techniques to create a range of looks and recognition of critical influencing factors associated
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Cut men’s facial hair – develop basic cutting techniques to create a range of looks and designs on facial hair.
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Client consultation for hair services – using appropriate communication techniques to establish client requirements and identify any influencing factors. Giving the client clear advice on further services and treatments
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Be able to follow the correct health and safety salon/barbershop procedure for men’s hairdressing
Module Content
Detailed learning outcomes can be viewed by clicking on the links below:
Suitability
While no prior knowledge of barbering is required, learners must completed an interview and an aptitude test prior to course commencement.
This programme is designed for those who are currently unemployed, those interested in re-entering the workforce or those considering a career change.
This course is fully funded, delivered by Kildare Wicklow Education and Training Board (KWETB), paid for by the European Social Fund (ESF).
For those who are receiving a social welfare entitlement prior to course commencement will keep this payment for the duration of their course.

European Social Fund (ESF)
This course is funded by the European Social Fund (ESF). This means that the course is provided at no cost to the learner. This includes tuition, equipment, courseware and examinations.
The European Social Fund is the European Union (EU)’s main instrument for investing in people and supporting the implementation of the European Pillar of Social Rights. The aim of the ESF is to achieve high employment levels, fair social protection, and a skilled and resilient workforce for the future world of work, in line with the principles set out in the European Pillar of Social Rights.
The European Social Fund Plus provides over €10 billion annually across the European Union. Each country in the European Union avails of this funding to improve job prospects for millions of people and create a more inclusive society. It co-funds local, regional and national employment-related projects throughout the European Union.
More information is available in the EUFunds and European Social Fund websites.