Becoming a barber can be a fun experience. However, it can also be pricey. Determine the path that you wish to take, and consider all of your options that are available in the UK.
- Private course
A private course will take 1-3 months for you to master. You will get your NVQ qualification, but you will also pay a significant amount of money for these courses. You can expect to pay around £2,000 for your barbering course.
Some providers offer fast track, free, funded barbering courses !
- School of barbering
There are several different schools in London that have amazing barbering courses. These are great for people who want to work 1:1 with their teacher and their clients. Prices can vary in these schools, so it is not certain how much you might end up paying for your education.
- Apprenticeship
This is the best solution for younger teens and people who are 16-18 years old. An apprenticeship will take 2-3 years to master. You will need to find yourself a hair salon that is willing to educate you and train you every week. A lot of people prefer this option since it is the most affordable one (you don’t have to pay any money).
- College
There are different colleges all around the UK that you can choose from. A college education will take 1-2 years for you to complete. Usually, they are free and you will get your NVQ qualification.