simple idea really – students are taught through staged practical learning so they finish their course confident, skilled and industry ready.
The Barber Academy has created a balanced approach to learning barbering through our 3 stage process.
These stages allow students to learn skills and techniques through both flexible online and academy based practical applications, gaining confidence and creativity.
STAGE 1 – BARBERING FUNDAMENTALS
The first stage is learn and practice barbering techniques on a mannequin head. You will learn how to handle hair, sectioning, elevations and how to correctly approach cutting hair. You will be introduced to barbering tools, how they work, how to hold them and how to correctly use them when cutting hair. This stage will set you up with the skills and understanding to move onto the barbershop floor with confidence.
STAGE 2 – CUTTING HAIR IN THE ACADEMY BARBERSHOP
The second stage is taking all your practice techniques into the campus barbershop and working on real clients. Our training team will guide you and support you as you gain confidence cutting hair. Trainers will also do live demonstrations to allow you to learn and ask questions around specific barbering technique and styling. There is no better way to learn then through hands-on barbershop experience with real clients.
STAGE 3 – ADVANCED TECHNIQUE AND SKILLS
The third stage allows you to focus on advanced techniques, refining your skills and learning finishing techniques. You will learn how to achieve specific hair styles and your trainers will assess the quality of your barbering and help you reach certification. This stage will make sure you are industry ready and have the skills to work in a barbershop. At the stage we also work on your professional styling and hair portfolio.
