Barbering NPA and VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma (SCQF Level 5 and 6)

Course overview

This exciting one-year course covers the basic skills with the NPA in Semester 1, progressing to advanced skills at SCQF Level 6 - Level 3 Diploma in Barbering, the highest award recognised within the industry for entering and working in the Barbering industry.

As you work within our professional salon environment and Barbershop, you will gain essential practical experience working on clients and mannequin heads, and with high-end product companies such as Wella, Osmo, and American Crew during practical sessions on paying clients, further enhancing your employability prospects.

Theory classes cover the knowledge required to complete all written work as part of your course. You will need access to IT to complete parts of the course, e.g., a laptop, PC, iPhone, Android phone, Tablet, or iPad.

Training at Edinburgh College will enhance your employability prospects, as we offer exceptional facilities and highly qualified lecturers. You will receive up-to-date training on innovations and techniques from leading product manufacturers and barbers.

Edinburgh College is not only a recognised Centre of Excellence by Wella but also houses the Wella Training Studio for Scotland. This amazing collaboration ensures that students receive the most up-to-date training in industry innovations and techniques. 

This award is the highest recognised within the industry, qualifying you as a Barber.

Please note:

• There is an additional cost for the course kit, uniforms and books, which must be purchased before starting the course. 
• Students will also be expected to bring in clients for practice and assessment purposes.