Barber courses for learners from Merthyr Tydfil
Based in Merthyr Tydfil and considering a career in barbering? Our students have travelled from Merthyr to train at Barber School Wales in Cardiff. Build practical skills on our 12-week beginner course as you work towards your VTCT-accredited NVQ Level 2.
Next intake: 4 January 2027
Your course in Cardiff
12 weeks in person
Practical barber training at our Cardiff city-centre academy, with classes from Monday to Friday.
Choose your session
Morning: 8:30am to 1pm.
Afternoon: 1:30pm to 6pm.
Our team will confirm availability.
NVQ Level 2
Work towards your VTCT-accredited NVQ Level 2 in Barbering, with real clients from week 3 and models supplied.
Travelling from Merthyr Tydfil
Your training takes place at our academy on St Mary Street in Cardiff city centre. Before applying, plan a weekday routine you can sustain for the full 12-week course.
Check both ends of the day
Compare the journey from your door to the academy for each session. Include getting to your station or bus stop, onward travel in Cardiff and the return home after class. Use the Transport for Wales journey planner to check trains for your intended teaching days, and leave room for delays.
Fit training around your week
Classes run Monday to Friday. Consider how your preferred session fits with work, caring responsibilities and time to practise and complete coursework. Speak to us about session availability before making travel arrangements.
Learn through practical training
Develop consultation, clipper and scissor skills before working with real haircut clients from week 3. Models are supplied. Training includes fades, beard work, traditional wet shaving, customer service and portfolio development.
Questions from Merthyr learners
Are classes held in Merthyr?
This course is taught in person in Cardiff. The Merthyr page helps you assess the course and plan your attendance.
Can I choose an afternoon session?
Tell us whether mornings or afternoons would suit you. Our team will confirm what is available.
Explore the January 2027 intake
The next advertised course runs from 4 January to 25 March 2027. View January course dates and details, read the full beginner course, or book an enquiry call. You can also read student experiences before deciding.