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Bournemouth’s award winning barbering courses

Delivering barbering courses since 2017

Bournemouth’s award winning barbering courses

Delivering barbering courses since 2017

MINT MASTERS DIPLOMA

Part Time Day Course: 15 weeks (Monday: 10am – 5pm)

Part Time Evenings: 15 weeks (Monday & Tuesday 6pm – 9pm)

Part Time Sundays Day Course: (Sunday: 10am – 5pm)


MINT MASTERS DIPLOMA

The Mint Masters diploma is our latest and most hands on course, taught by current 2022 Barber of the Year. We have combined years of experience to design a course that is suitable for complete beginners or barbers/hairdressers looking to upskill to become a shop-ready barber.

The course has no entry requirements and is suitable for anyone aged over 16.

One of our experienced educators will combine a hands-on approach as well as a practical workshop allowing our students to cut on real life models. This will help build confidence, increase technical ability and develop your creative distinction, which will give self-assurance in a real-life salon environment.

Course times & lengths
  • Mint Masters Diploma Evenings: 15 weeks (Monday & Tuesday: 6pm – 9pm)
  • Mint Masters Diploma Day Course: 15 weeks (Monday: 10am – 5pm)
THE COURSE WILL COVER
  • Health & Safety in The Barber Shop
  • Client Consultation Skills
  • Shampooing Techniques
  • Scissor Work – Including Scissor Over Comb and Texturising
  • Clipper work – Including Skin fades using a foil shaver
  • Razor touch ups
  • Traditional Wet Shaving
  • Beard Styling and Trimming
  • Style and finishing techniques
NVQ VS MINT MASTERS

Choosing The Mint Masters Diploma Barber Course over a barbering NVQ is a smart choice for students who want to develop their practical barbering skills without being hindered by excessive paperwork. Unlike an NVQ, The Mint Masters Diploma Barber Course is designed to be a mostly practical course, with only the necessary theory that is used in real-life barbershops. With an emphasis on practical skills, students have access to real models to work on, giving them the hands-on experience, they need to become proficient barbers. They also receive personalized attention and guidance from experienced educators to help them excel in their barbering skills, as The Mint Masters Diploma has a maximum of six students per class. In contrast, NVQs in barbering often have larger classes of up to 10-15 students, which can limit the amount of individual attention and guidance each student receives.

Moreover, an NVQ teaches out-of-date hair cutting techniques because the curriculum and materials used in the program have not been updated to keep pace with current industry trends and innovations. This is not the case with The Mint Masters Diploma Barber Course, as it is taught by award-winning educators with 15+ years of knowledge and experience in teaching and working in a barbershop.

This means that students are learning the latest modern barbering techniques that are in high demand in today’s market.

In terms of value for money, The Mint Masters Diploma Barber Course is also the better choice as it starts from £2600, which is significantly cheaper than an NVQ, which can cost upwards of £3500. By choosing The Mint Masters Diploma Barber Course, students can focus on developing their practical barbering skills without breaking the bank. On completion of the program, students receive support in building a photo portfolio of their cuts to help them secure a job role in the industry.

In summary, students thinking about a career in barbering should choose The Mint Masters Diploma Barber Course over a barbering NVQ as it offers personalized attention, teaches the latest modern barbering techniques, and is better value for money. The program is designed to allow students creative freedom by eliminating unproductive paperwork, and it prepares students to become confident barbers upon completion of the program.

PAYMENT IN FULL

You can source the course fees on your own and pay the balance in full to secure your space. This allows you to search for all options that are available to you and could mean paying less or no interest

FINANCE OUR COURSES WITH PAYL8R

Looking to spread the cost of our multi award winning barber courses? With Payl8r you can do exactly that.
You can start your barbering course by spreading your payments over 12 months. Application takes just minutes to complete, and they will give you an instant decision.

For more information call: 07391750972

PART PAYMENT

Why not mix both Payl8r and the Full Payment together?

This gives you the flexibility of paying some of the course fees upfront and spreading the cost of the remaining balance using the Finance plan

This could mean paying less interest and smaller monthly payments!

FINANCE

To apply for Payl8r finance you must meet the following requirements:

  • A source of income
  • Working 16+ hours per week
  • 18 years or older
  • UK resident or citizen
Why study with us?

The Mint Academy has been delivering barbering courses since 2017. The educators have won multiple awards and have got 15 + years of knowledge teaching and working in a barbershop. The courses are delivered at our flagship store based in Bournemouth Town Centre. Our barbering courses have been designed to allow you creative freedom by having as much practical work as possible and eliminating unproductive paperwork.

We produce shop ready barbers and on completion of the course we will support every student into a job role. This process involves helping you build a photo portfolio of your cuts with us, which future employers will require and examine before offering a job position.

During our courses every student is provided with real models to work on, which gives you that hands on training and experience of working in a barber shop. Our experienced tutors will provide you support and offer feedback on every cut to help excel your barbering.

If you want to start your career as a modern-day barber and train with the South Coasts award winning barbers, then The MINT Academy is the programme for you.

Student kit* THE KIT INCLUDES
  • 1 x Scissors: 6inch
  • 1 x Thinning Scissors
  • 1 x Cutting Comb
  • 1 x WAHL SUPER TAPER PROFESSIONAL
    (With Clipper Guards 1-4) & (Flat Top Clipper Comb)
  • 1 x WAHL Detailer Trimmer
  • 1 x 0.5 Premium Clipper Guard
  • 1 x 1.5 Premium Clipper Guard
  • 1 x Barber Comb
  • 1 x Fade Brush
  • 1 x 8 Row Circular Brush
  • 1 x Vented Brush
  • 6 x Hair Clips
  • 1 x Hairdryer (must have nozzle on end of hairdryer)
  • 100 x Cutthroat Razor Blades
  • 1 x Cutthroat Razor
  • 1 x Neck Brush
  • 1 x Water Spray
  • 1 x Kit Bag
* Student kit costs £400 when purchasing the Mint diploma masters course
Are they any age requirements?

We welcome all students, but we just require you to be over the age of 16. As long as you are committed to putting in the time to learning the necessary skills, then you will be well-equipped to succeed.

WHAT LEVEL OF EXPERIENCE DO I NEED?

We accept any level of experience and no qualifications are necessary.

HOW DO I PAY FOR THE COURSE?

You can either pay for the course in full. Or you can pay using our finance option.

WHAT DAYS ARE YOU OPEN?

We are open Monday – Friday 10am – 6pm but please fill in the enquiry form during out of hours and a member of the team will contact you the next working day.

Please note: We are closed on bank holidays

DO I NEED TO BRING MY OWN KIT?

You can bring your own kit. Or we can supply you with a complete setup at trade price with all the things that you will need throughout the course. For more information please call: 07391 750972.

WHAT CERTIFICATION DO I GET UPON COMPLETION?

You will receive a Mint Masters Diploma certificate

I DO NOT LIVE IN THE UK; WILL YOU ACCEPT ME AS A STUDENT?

Yes, we accept students from across the globe, as far as South America, Asia, Australia, Africa and North America. If you want to become a barber, then we are happy to train you. The only requirement is that you speak enough English to understand our educators.

DO I NEED A UNIFORM?

No, you can wear what you like within reason. Shoes must be worn for health and safety (no flip flops or sandals).

DO I NEED TO BRING MY OWN MODELS?

Models will be fully supplied by us. But of course, you can bring you friends or family, they are more than welcome.

If you have any more questions, please call: 07391 750972

Overview
MINT MASTERS DIPLOMA

The Mint Masters diploma is our latest and most hands on course, taught by current 2022 Barber of the Year. We have combined years of experience to design a course that is suitable for complete beginners or barbers/hairdressers looking to upskill to become a shop-ready barber.

The course has no entry requirements and is suitable for anyone aged over 16.

One of our experienced educators will combine a hands-on approach as well as a practical workshop allowing our students to cut on real life models. This will help build confidence, increase technical ability and develop your creative distinction, which will give self-assurance in a real-life salon environment.

Course times & lengths
  • Mint Masters Diploma Evenings: 15 weeks (Monday & Tuesday: 6pm – 9pm)
  • Mint Masters Diploma Day Course: 15 weeks (Monday: 10am – 5pm)
THE COURSE WILL COVER
  • Health & Safety in The Barber Shop
  • Client Consultation Skills
  • Shampooing Techniques
  • Scissor Work – Including Scissor Over Comb and Texturising
  • Clipper work – Including Skin fades using a foil shaver
  • Razor touch ups
  • Traditional Wet Shaving
  • Beard Styling and Trimming
  • Style and finishing techniques
Nvq vs mint masters
NVQ VS MINT MASTERS

Choosing The Mint Masters Diploma Barber Course over a barbering NVQ is a smart choice for students who want to develop their practical barbering skills without being hindered by excessive paperwork. Unlike an NVQ, The Mint Masters Diploma Barber Course is designed to be a mostly practical course, with only the necessary theory that is used in real-life barbershops. With an emphasis on practical skills, students have access to real models to work on, giving them the hands-on experience, they need to become proficient barbers. They also receive personalized attention and guidance from experienced educators to help them excel in their barbering skills, as The Mint Masters Diploma has a maximum of six students per class. In contrast, NVQs in barbering often have larger classes of up to 10-15 students, which can limit the amount of individual attention and guidance each student receives.

Moreover, an NVQ teaches out-of-date hair cutting techniques because the curriculum and materials used in the program have not been updated to keep pace with current industry trends and innovations. This is not the case with The Mint Masters Diploma Barber Course, as it is taught by award-winning educators with 15+ years of knowledge and experience in teaching and working in a barbershop.

This means that students are learning the latest modern barbering techniques that are in high demand in today’s market.

In terms of value for money, The Mint Masters Diploma Barber Course is also the better choice as it starts from £2600, which is significantly cheaper than an NVQ, which can cost upwards of £3500. By choosing The Mint Masters Diploma Barber Course, students can focus on developing their practical barbering skills without breaking the bank. On completion of the program, students receive support in building a photo portfolio of their cuts to help them secure a job role in the industry.

In summary, students thinking about a career in barbering should choose The Mint Masters Diploma Barber Course over a barbering NVQ as it offers personalized attention, teaches the latest modern barbering techniques, and is better value for money. The program is designed to allow students creative freedom by eliminating unproductive paperwork, and it prepares students to become confident barbers upon completion of the program.

Payment & finance
PAYMENT IN FULL

You can source the course fees on your own and pay the balance in full to secure your space. This allows you to search for all options that are available to you and could mean paying less or no interest

FINANCE OUR COURSES WITH PAYL8R

Looking to spread the cost of our multi award winning barber courses? With Payl8r you can do exactly that.
You can start your barbering course by spreading your payments over 12 months. Application takes just minutes to complete, and they will give you an instant decision.

For more information call: 07391750972

PART PAYMENT

Why not mix both Payl8r and the Full Payment together?

This gives you the flexibility of paying some of the course fees upfront and spreading the cost of the remaining balance using the Finance plan

This could mean paying less interest and smaller monthly payments!

FINANCE

To apply for Payl8r finance you must meet the following requirements:

  • A source of income
  • Working 16+ hours per week
  • 18 years or older
  • UK resident or citizen
Why study with us?
Why study with us?

The Mint Academy has been delivering barbering courses since 2017. The educators have won multiple awards and have got 15 + years of knowledge teaching and working in a barbershop. The courses are delivered at our flagship store based in Bournemouth Town Centre. Our barbering courses have been designed to allow you creative freedom by having as much practical work as possible and eliminating unproductive paperwork.

We produce shop ready barbers and on completion of the course we will support every student into a job role. This process involves helping you build a photo portfolio of your cuts with us, which future employers will require and examine before offering a job position.

During our courses every student is provided with real models to work on, which gives you that hands on training and experience of working in a barber shop. Our experienced tutors will provide you support and offer feedback on every cut to help excel your barbering.

If you want to start your career as a modern-day barber and train with the South Coasts award winning barbers, then The MINT Academy is the programme for you.

Student kit
Student kit* THE KIT INCLUDES
  • 1 x Scissors: 6inch
  • 1 x Thinning Scissors
  • 1 x Cutting Comb
  • 1 x WAHL SUPER TAPER PROFESSIONAL
    (With Clipper Guards 1-4) & (Flat Top Clipper Comb)
  • 1 x WAHL Detailer Trimmer
  • 1 x 0.5 Premium Clipper Guard
  • 1 x 1.5 Premium Clipper Guard
  • 1 x Barber Comb
  • 1 x Fade Brush
  • 1 x 8 Row Circular Brush
  • 1 x Vented Brush
  • 6 x Hair Clips
  • 1 x Hairdryer (must have nozzle on end of hairdryer)
  • 100 x Cutthroat Razor Blades
  • 1 x Cutthroat Razor
  • 1 x Neck Brush
  • 1 x Water Spray
  • 1 x Kit Bag
* Student kit costs £400 when purchasing the Mint diploma masters course

FAQs

Are they any age requirements?

We welcome all students, but we just require you to be over the age of 16. As long as you are committed to putting in the time to learning the necessary skills, then you will be well-equipped to succeed.

WHAT LEVEL OF EXPERIENCE DO I NEED?

We accept any level of experience and no qualifications are necessary.

HOW DO I PAY FOR THE COURSE?

You can either pay for the course in full. Or you can pay using our finance option.

WHAT DAYS ARE YOU OPEN?

We are open Monday – Friday 10am – 6pm but please fill in the enquiry form during out of hours and a member of the team will contact you the next working day.

Please note: We are closed on bank holidays

DO I NEED TO BRING MY OWN KIT?

You can bring your own kit. Or we can supply you with a complete setup at trade price with all the things that you will need throughout the course. For more information please call: 07391 750972.

WHAT CERTIFICATION DO I GET UPON COMPLETION?

You will receive a Mint Masters Diploma certificate

I DO NOT LIVE IN THE UK; WILL YOU ACCEPT ME AS A STUDENT?

Yes, we accept students from across the globe, as far as South America, Asia, Australia, Africa and North America. If you want to become a barber, then we are happy to train you. The only requirement is that you speak enough English to understand our educators.

DO I NEED A UNIFORM?

No, you can wear what you like within reason. Shoes must be worn for health and safety (no flip flops or sandals).

DO I NEED TO BRING MY OWN MODELS?

Models will be fully supplied by us. But of course, you can bring you friends or family, they are more than welcome.

If you have any more questions, please call: 07391 750972

15+ years of knowledge

About the Mint Academy

Welcome to the Mint Academy Learning Course, where you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to become a successful barber.
This course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the barbering profession, including both theoretical and practical components.

Throughout our courses, you will learn about the history of barbering, the various tools and equipment used in the industry, and the fundamentals of haircutting, shaving, and grooming. You will also gain an understanding of the different types of hair and skin, as well as how to properly care for them.

Welcome to the Mint Academy Learning Course, where you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to become a successful barber...

This course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the barbering profession, including both theoretical and practical components.

Throughout our courses, you will learn about the history of barbering, the various tools and equipment used in the industry, and the fundamentals of haircutting, shaving, and grooming. You will also gain an understanding of the different types of hair and skin, as well as how to properly care for them.

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CONTACT US

Feel free to call us on 07391750972, or visit the shop at
The Mint Academy, 175 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, BH1 1JU.

Award winning barbering courses

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“Mint Academy barber school is an excellent choice for those looking to start a career in barbering. With a knowledgeable tutor, a comprehensive curriculum, and state-of-the-art academy. I received first-class training and I gained the skills and confidence I needed to succeed in the industry. Highly recommend!”

Henry Wilson

“Mint Academy barber school exceeded my expectations. Matty was very experienced and passionate about teaching, and the course is well-rounded, covering the most modern techniques. I’ve got a job as a barber thanks to Mint Academy. Highly recommended for anyone looking to pursue a career in the industry.”

Oliver Patel

“I recently completed the barber program at Mint Academy and couldn't be happier with my experience. The educator is amazing, and the course is designed to prepare students for success in the industry. I highly recommend Mint Academy to anyone looking to start a career in barbering.”

James Murphy

“Mint Academy is hands down the best barber school in the area. Matty is one of the most talented and experienced barbers in the industry and are dedicated to helping students succeed. The school's focus on modern techniques provides students with a well-rounded education that prepares them for any challenge. Found a job straight after leaving and I can’t thank Mint Academy enough.”

Sophia Green

“I had the privilege of being taught by Matty at Mint Academy and he truly made my experience unforgettable. His passion and dedication to the craft are infectious, and his teaching style is engaging and effective. Matty goes above and beyond to ensure his students understand the material and feel confident in their abilities. His guidance and mentorship have been invaluable in helping me launch my career as a barber. If you have the opportunity to learn from Matty at Mint Academy, consider yourself lucky.”

Muhammad Ali Khan

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