Introduction to Barbering (Dual Enrolment)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 2 |
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About the course
Content Designed as a pathway into the full-time New Zealand Certificate in Commercial Barbering (Level 4), this Dual Enrolment offering is held one day a week while you continue your general studies at school.You’ll learn a range of basic barbering techniques plus customer service and communication skills specifically for the retail barbering environment. The course includes some theory but most of the learning is hands-on within a practical setting. Location: Christchurch
Entry requirements
If English isn't your first language, you may be required to provide evidence of your English language skills. Refer to the Acceptable Alternative Chart or contact us for an assessment. If you are interested in enrolling in a Dual Enrolment course, you should first talk to your secondary school or with Ara. As different programmes are offered, entry requirements, application, and interview processes (including selection criteria) may vary
About the provider
Ara Institute of Canterbury is recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading tertiary institutes. Specialising in applied, vocational and professional training, it offers more than 150 courses from foundation to postgraduate level.
Ara caters to a diverse range of learners; from school leavers and career changers to professionals wanting to upskill and individuals seeking to re-enter the workforce.
All Ara students benefit from the Ara Advantage: relevant courses, taught by inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments. Almost every Ara programme includes work-integrated learning. Work placements, apprenticeships, industry-based projects and internships ensure students are work-ready when they graduate.
Across its six campuses, Ara’s dedicated tutors and non-academic staff support students throughout their study journey. A comprehensive range of student services - such as financial assistance, learning support, health and wellbeing services, accommodation, childcare and student events – contributes to the success of every student.
It also has six additional small community hubs which deliver free digital upskilling and personal development courses.