New Zealand Certificate in Commercial Barbering (Level 4)

Barbering is a creative art and professional qualified barbers are in high demand. Taught by industry experts in our on campus professional barber shop, this one-year course is hands-on and practical. You'll learn all the detailed knowledge and skills to be able to work in the ever-growing barbering industry. The course combines a focus on elements of traditional and modern fashion styling with an understanding of the history and influences of this trade. From classic modern barbering techniques, to small hair detail, scissor skills, clipper and fade work including traditional wet shaves – we cover them all. You’ll also learn the professional ethics and standards of this industry along with the health and safety requirements, front-of-house operations and how to market your services to attract and retain a regular clientele.

Dannie Allen, Toi Ohomai Graduate “The course helped with knowing what the customer’s saying and understanding how to look at hair a lot better. It also helped me understand the need to compete to get into the industry. It gave me the confidence to go to a shop and ask for a job.”   Read more about Dannie's story