New Zealand Certificate in Commercial Barbering (Level 4)
Beauty & Personal Care
A course by
Whitireia & WelTec
Gain hands-on skills and professional techniques needed for a career in barbering. Learn modern haircuts, fades, wet shaves, beard and moustache trims, client care, and professional grooming standards in preparation for working in the commercial barbering industry.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Apply barbering theory and techniques
Confidently cut hair and perform beard and moustache trims using industry-standard barbering techniques.
Client consultation and communication
Engage with clients to determine their needs, provide advice, and ensure positive customer experiences.
Client care, advice, and completion of sales transactions
Deliver quality client service, give professional advice, and manage transactions in a barbering setting.
What You're Signing Up For
Train with Whitireia and WelTec to develop the technical and client service abilities needed for commercial barbering. Cover the latest trends in men's hair, grooming and beard styles, practise in real salon environments, and build a portfolio for a portable trade career. The programme covers both theoretical and practical barbering skills, client consultation, sales, and adherence to industry hygiene and safety standards.
Course Content
- Barbering theory and technique
- Modern haircutting (including fades and designs)
- Wet shaving
- Beard and moustache trims
- Client consultation and care
- Sales transactions in a barbering environment
- Health, safety, and hygiene regulations
- Professional grooming standards
- Building a client portfolio through salon open days
What you need to know first
40 credits at NCEA Level 1, including 10 Literacy credits and 10 Numeracy credits
A recognised equivalent qualification
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Hair and Beauty
Barbering
Future employment opportunities might be
Barber
Barber shop owner/operator
Men's hair specialist
Freelance barber