Welcome to the start of your barbering journey. Servilles Academy’s New Zealand Certificate in Commercial Barbering (Level 4) sets you up for the dynamic world of barbering.
Why Choose Level 4 Barbering at Servilles?
Immerse yourself in our Hands-on learning environment where you’ll practice on real clients and develop the confidence to succeed in any barbering setting.
Learn the technical clipper skills from fading, clipper over comb and tapering, to scissor work, essential styling, beards and moustaches and cut throat shaving techniques as well as the science of the hair skin, products and the history of barbering theory, and honing communication skills for consultations, building a solid client base to get ready for real life commercial barber shops.
Our barbers receive Guidance and mentorship from external experienced industry professionals who are passionate about helping you reach your full potential and gain employment as a barber.
Our graduates have gone on to work in shops such as Barbershop CO, The Gentry, Tommy Gun, Hava and Co, Tokoya Barbers, Late night Barbers as well as open up their own shops to becoming successful entrepreneurs
Your journey to becoming a skilled barber starts here at Servilles Academy. Enroll now to unlock your potential and embark on a fulfilling career in barbering.
What will I learn?
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Barbering theory
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Consultations (including hair and scalp care)
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Scissor, razor and clipper cuts
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Men’s styling and blow-drying
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Designing beards and moustaches including cutthroat shaving
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Product knowledge, alongside customer service and safe operating
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Photoshoots, CV’s and portfolio creation
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Work placement
How long will it take?
This barbering course is 34 weeks.
Monday – Friday 8:45 am – 4:15 pm.
One day of the week is dedicated to self-directed study for projects and assignments.
How much will it cost?
Fees: $8,083 (NZQA assessment fees, Registration & hook-ons)
Equipment: $1,000 (Course related costs)
Total: $9,083 (inc. GST)
International student fees: $($17,500 Fees+ $1,000 kit)
You may be eligible for Fees Free study. Click here to learn more.
Please note, prices are subject to change.
When can I start?
Commercial Barbering Level 4 – Start 25th February 2025 and ends 24th October 2025. Please contact us using the above form if you’re interested in this course.
The Important Stuff
Entry Criteria
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Age 16 or over
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Passion and desire to excel in the Barbering industry
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Suitability to Barbering Industry
Enrolment Procedures
Book a talk and tour with our recruitment team. We encourage parents to accompany the prospective student to the talk and tour as the course is very comprehensive and family support is important.
Course Acceptance
A letter will be sent to the applicant immediately following the interview notifying acceptance. On acceptance you will be required to return a contract to Servilles Academy within 5 working days.
Withdrawl Procedures
If a student wishes to withdraw from a course after payment of any monies (in full or part) they are required to do so in writing to the Academy Manager no later than 8 calendar days after the course commencement.
If a student withdraws within 8 calendar days of the first day of the course they will be entitled to, upon return of all equipment, a full refund of all monies minus a $500 administration fee.
Fee Protection
Student fees will be held in trust in compliance with Section 236A of the Education Act 1989 as amended by the Education Act (No4) 1991
