Note: As a subsidiary of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology, UCOL Te Pūkenga is committed to providing the best learning outcome for you. As part of this, all programmes are currently being reviewed to make them portable, consistent, and closely aligned with the needs of the industry. When published, this course information is correct, but the courses offered may change over time. If you have any questions call an Enrolment Advisor on 0800 468 265.
This programme comprises 120 credits.
Professional Identity (15 Credits)
Examine contemporary and historical influences on the culture of barbering. Describe key roles and responsibilities within the barbering industry. Reflect on the personal attributes required for a qualified barbering role.
This course will cover:
Contemporary influences, Historical influences, Styles and trends, Suburban and high-end barbershops, Shop culture
Communication skills, Personal presentation, Personal health and wellbeing, Hairstyles and self-styling, Cultural awareness, Health and safety
Reflective practice, Personal attributes, Physical and mental health and wellbeing
Industry Practice (15 Credits)
Use systems to complete client bookings and payments for the barbering context.
Discuss policy and practices within the barbering industry.
Explain sustainable practices within the barbering industry.
This course will cover:
Digital and non-digital booking systems, Payment systems, Money, Numeracy skills
Health and safety, Upselling, Personal and barbershop marketing and promotion, Manage stock and consumables, Code of ethics and professional standard.
Professional communication; Peers, Industry partners, Professional identity
Contribute to daily routines: General housekeeping, preparation, and maintenance throughout the day, Front of house policies and practices, Client management
Three pillars of sustainability; Sustainability practices within a barbershop
Barbering Skills (15 Credits)
Perform a basic consultation, including hair and scalp analysis, to barbering industry standard.
Demonstrate introductory cutting and finishing skills to create a range of haircuts to barbering industry standard.
Recommend products for clients in the barbering context.
This course will cover:
Client communication, Conversation skills, Appropriate greetings and farewells, Cultural awareness, Other considerations; Gender, Personalities, Age
Introduction to hair, scalp and skin conditions and recommended treatments
Tools of the trade, Foundation haircutting; Introductory cutting skills, Forms, sectioning, shapes, projection
Finishing skills; Blow drying techniques, Use of tools for blow-drying, finishing
Shampoo and conditioning products, Styling, finishing products, Treatment advice – scalp conditions, hair loss.
Barbering Influences (15 Credits)
Describe hair and facial hairstyles with reference to cultural practices and fashion trends relevant to the barbering industry. 1 LO2 Cut and/or style hair and facial hair considering cultural and historical influences in the barbering industry
This course will cover:
Influences, social and economic status, and associated roles of the trade, Culture styles, Religion, Timelines, Trends
Cutting skills, Finishing skills, Beard and moustache shaping
Facial Grooming (15 Credits)
Explain the history of wet shaving in the barbering industry. Describe facial products, techniques, and preparation for facial grooming in the barbering industry. Demonstrate technique with a straight razor to complete a full-face shave to barbering industry standard.
This course will cover:
Definition of wet shave
Evolution of wet shaving; Products, tools, health and safety, technological advancement
Physiology of the skin, hair, and facial bones, types of products, skin types – normal, oily, dry, elasticity, hair growth, and recommended treatments
Shaving techniques with a straight razor
Cut and Finish (15 Credits)
Apply techniques to produce professional cuts for the barbering context. Demonstrate finishing techniques to a professional standard for the barbering context.
This course will cover:
Haircut techniques and styles, Nape shaping & lineouts, Tapering and blending, Clipper techniques, Scissor techniques, Razor techniques
Drying techniques, Product application
The Barber's Chair (15 Credits)
Discuss strategies to engage with a diverse range of clients in the barbering context. Demonstrate professional behaviour and skills during the client's journey in the barbering context.
This course will cover:
Diverse clients, Communication, Problem-solving
In-depth consultation and analysis, Hair and scalp analysis and proposed service, Use of tools and equipment, Working safely, Relating to others, communication skills, Barbering/Hairdressing Health Regulations Act 1980
Grande Finale (15 Credits)
Design a collection of styles in response to a theme in the barbering context. Present a collection of styles to a professional standard in the barbering context Summarise the barbering design and creation journey for an audience.
This course will cover:
Design process, Themes, Visual planning
Technical skills, Dressing and finishing techniques, Presentation skills, Organisation and time management
Summarising, Reflection, Evaluation, Communication