NZ Certificate in Commercial Barbering (Level 4)
Beauty & Personal Care
A course by
EIT
A 1-year, full-time NZQA Level 4 certificate that prepares students to work as fully qualified barbers, with hands-on training in barbering practices, client service, and commercial shop operations.
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Core skills this course teaches
Professional Barbering Cuts and Services
Apply underpinning barbering theory and practice to safely and professionally complete barbering cuts and services, and provide client consultation, care and advice as a commercial barber.
Effective Communication
Communicate with clients, peers, staff and suppliers as a commercial barber, in a culturally appropriate manner.
About This Course
The NZ Certificate in Commercial Barbering (Level 4) at EIT is a practical qualification designed to equip students with essential barbering skills and knowledge. Learn modern and classic cutting techniques, beard trims, and barbering theory under the guidance of skilled professionals. All students gain hands-on experience working with clients in EIT’s commercial barber shop. Graduates are prepared to become professional barbers and are ready for diverse career opportunities in the barbering industry.
Course Content
- Barbering theory and practice
- Client consultation, care and advice
- Classic short cuts and modern fades
- Beard trims
- Health and safety requirements for barbering
- Professional barbering expectations and industry standards
- Communication with clients, peers, staff, and suppliers
- Commercial barber shop operations
- Work-based learning in commercial barber shop
- Use of barbering tools and equipment
Entry Requirements
40 credits at NCEA Level 1, including 10 Literacy credits and 10 Numeracy credits
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