Barber courses for learners from Swansea
Based in Swansea or Neath and ready to learn barbering? Train at Barber School Wales in Cardiff city centre on our 12-week beginner course, working towards a VTCT-accredited NVQ Level 2 qualification.
Based in Swansea or Neath and ready to learn barbering? Train at Barber School Wales in Cardiff city centre on our 12-week beginner course, working towards a VTCT-accredited NVQ Level 2 qualification.
Designed for beginners and career changers, our course builds your consultation, clipper and scissor skills through practical training at our Cardiff academy.
Train over 12 weeks as you work towards your VTCT-accredited NVQ Level 2 in Barbering. Explore the full beginner course for the curriculum and entry information.
Build experience in a live barbershop environment, with real haircut clients from week 3 and models supplied. Training includes fades, beard work and traditional wet shaving.
Our students have travelled from Swansea and Neath to train with us. Teaching takes place in person at Barber School Wales on St Mary Street in Cardiff city centre.
The 12-week beginner course runs Monday to Friday. Choose a morning session, 8:30am to 1pm, or an afternoon session, 1:30pm to 6pm, subject to availability. Check your door-to-door journey, including the walk to the academy, and allow for delays. If daily travel is impractical, consider whether staying in Cardiff during the week would suit you.
Develop consultation, clipper and scissor skills before working with real clients from week 3. Models are supplied. Training covers modern and traditional barbering, fades, beard work and wet shaving, alongside customer service and portfolio skills.
In her published testimonial, Marcia Freeman describes building confidence during training and receiving patient, supportive teaching. Read student reviews and graduate stories to explore individual experiences.
Our January 2027 course starts on 4 January. Read the full beginner course details, or book an enquiry call to discuss session availability, kit requirements and payment options.