Barbering
If you want to gain barbering skills and knowledge, as well as industry experience through working in a realistic salon environment, this is the course for you. You will get the opportunity to develop the skills learned in the training rooms in our very popular ‘Riverside Salon’ and also practice new fashion and current trends within barbering.
Our Courses
Level 2 aims to provide you with a range of essential and practical skills and knowledge, which will lead to employment or further training within the barbering industry.
Course Content:
- Health and Safety
- Advise and Consult
- Shampoo and Condition Hair
- Cutting Gents Hair
- Blow Styling Gents
- Hair Salon Reception Duties
- Cutting Facial Hair into Shape
Level 3 covers advanced practical skills and essential knowledge for working within the
barbering industry.
Course Content:
- Consultation
- Cutting men’s hair
- Cutting facial hair
- Shaving and facial massage services
- Creative hairdressing skills
- Design and create patterns
- Scalp massage
- Health & safety
This course is taught at our Rochdale campus.
College Courses
Part-time Courses
Studying at our Rochdale Campus...
You'll be able to master your craft in our contemporary Riverside Salon. It's fully equipped with the most cutting edge equipment to give you hands-on experience and build your client list with members of the public.

During my time at Hopwood Hall, my tutors really encouraged me to do well and realise my potential. Even after I left, they still helped me with references for jobs I applied to. The lessons I learnt presented so many opportunities for me, but you must have a goal - make sure you are working hard towards a dream.