Learn how to perform all the skills required to be a fully qualified barber in a growing industry. Taught out of our Wellington Central (Te K?hui Auaha) and Porirua campuses, students will learn clipper and scissor cuts, fades, wet shaving and the crucial social skills needed to communicate with clients. Get hands-on industry experience surrounded by like-minded people.
What you will learn
Apply knowledge of barbering theory and techniques to cut hair and do beard work for clients
Be able to talk to a client to work out what they need
Provide client care and advice, and carry out sales transactions
Understand all health, safety and hygiene regulations as well as professional grooming standards
September 2025
Porirua Campus
3 Wi Neera Drive,
PORIRUA,
Elsdon,
5022, New Zealand
September 2025
Te Kahui Auaha
65 Dixon Street,
Te Aro,
Wellington,
6011, North Island, New Zealand
40 credits at NCEA Level 1, including 10 Literacy credits and 10 Numeracy credits; or a recognised equivalent. Or a relevant qualification at NZQF Level 2 or above; or a recognised equivalent qualification.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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