Advanced Haircutting And Barbering Course
This course is designed to develop a deeper knowledge of haircutting techniques applied in the film and TV industry.
Overview
This course is designed for individuals who wish to develop a deeper knowledge of men’s haircutting and barbering techniques as applied in the Film and TV industry with an internal qualification equivalent to the National Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) of Men’s Hairdressing and Barbering level 2.
It aims to strengthen and advance haircutting with a step by step breakdown of techniques and intense practical work. There is an average cutting practise of 3 to 4 hours a day on dummies for 3 days followed by an extra 2 days of haircutting on live models. All closely supported by the tutors.
Inspired by hairstyles from feature films and television, this course will help to develop abilities in design and execute haircutting. The course covers short back and sides, graduation techniques used in hair styles from the Romans and middle ages to contemporary styles and hair trimming for continuity purposes. Your tutor will be an industry expert who will demonstrate and reiterate direct industry experience. They will assess your individual strengths and weaknesses to plan and facilitate
Entry requirements: Previous experience in haircutting at any level is necessary.
Course Payment: A full payment is required to secure a place on any makeup course. We have several options to help fund your makeup course including interest free payment plans, bursaries and loans.
Included: Students will be expected to bring their own hairdressing scissors. All other materials will be provided to complete the course.
Modules
Advanced Haircutting And Barbering
- Face and Head Shapes
- Intro to hair textures, density and growth patterns
- Graduation
- Uniform layers
- Freehand
- Short back and sides
- Scissor over comb
- Pre planning, timing and designing
- Break down of hair styles with film reference
- Live Models
Dates and Prices
See our current dates below.
Included in the prices: Students will be expected to bring their own hairdressing scissors. All other materials will be provided to complete the course.
Spaces available for April 2024
Funding
Formal training is a must if you are serious about a career in Media Makeup, Hair and Special Effects. Once you have decided which course is right for you, take a look at the options below. If you need any more information or advice we are here to help.
- BAFTA Scholarship
- ScreenSkills Bursaries
- IMA Interest-Free Payment Plan
- IMA Bursary
- Financial Help for Adult learners from Northern Ireland
- Other Grants and Benefits
- Princes Trust
- CSN-Student Funding
- Overseas students
- Graduate Advice
Tutors
Joceline Andrews
Academic Consultant
A makeup and hair artist specialising in recreating iconic looks for period dramas and Hollywood blockbusters.
Renata Gilbert
Academic Consultant
A freelance hair & makeup artist with over 20 years’ experience in the industry, working on well-loved TV dramas and iconic films.
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FAQs
View some of our FAQs below, if you still cannot find the answer you are looking for then please see all our FAQs or get in contact with us today.
How do I enrol on a course?
You must be 18 or over to apply for any of our courses, except our SFX summer school which is for 14-17 year olds. You must also meet any entry requirements specified (please visit the individual course pages for more details on these requirements).
To start the enrolment process, we first ask that you get in touch to arrange a visit to our studios, where we can carry out a brief interview. Telephone interviews can also be arranged if you are located too far away. After the interview stage you will need to complete an enrolment form and will be required to pay a deposit to secure your place on your chosen course. Please note that this deposit is unfortunately non-refundable.
What do the fees include?
Your fees include everything that is needed to successfully complete our courses. This includes materials, makeup, brushes and tools and cleaning equipment. All we ask is that you bring your own pen and notepad to each lesson for note taking.
Our full time Certificate, Foundation, Intermediate and Advanced Hair and Makeup courses all include a full makeup and hair kit in the cost. This provides you with industry-quality makeup from brands including Bobbi Brown, MAC and Kryolan, as well as professional palettes, makeup brushes and hair tools. The value of each kit on the Intermediate and Advanced course is over £2000 and this is yours to keep once the course has ended.
Specialist equipment is supplied for our shorter courses and further prosthetics courses to allow you to complete the training.
Do you offer student loans for your courses?
The Iver Academy is registered with UK Government’s Skills Funding Agency. Currently there are no Government funded student loans available for our courses but please take a go look at our Funding page as there are a number of Bursary’s and Scholarship programmes available.
For more information please see our How to Fund your Training page
Am I able to visit The Iver Academy before enrolling?
We encourage anyone considering a course with us to first come and visit our academy. You can call us to make an appointment, where one of our team will happily show you around the premises and facilities, or you can attend one of our open days.
What is your average tutor to student ratio?
All of our courses are taught in small tutor groups. Our tutor / student ratio will vary depending on our individual courses, but on average this will be a ratio between 1:7 and 1:14 This helps us ensure that all our students receive the best care and attention to further their development.
What are your regular class teaching times?
Our regular classroom times are between 10am and 4pm and 9.30 am till 4.30 pm for Prosthetics and SFX modules.However, our academy opening hours are from 9am – 5pm to give students ample time to practise their skills and prepare for any tasks.
