The Gentleman’s Quarter – Barbering Courses

The Gentleman’s Quarter is a barbershop in Leeds city centre that also runs barbering training as part of the Headhunters group. Its academy offers a range of courses from introductory level through to Level 3 NVQ, with the site stating that learners can qualify as a barber in as little as 60 days. Training is available full-time or part-time, and one-day workshops and apprenticeships are also offered through the group. Headhunters Academy is accredited by VTCT Skills, and the NVQ qualifications are described as recognised by employers in the UK and internationally.

The provider emphasises flexible, in-depth delivery and states a commitment to equal opportunities regardless of social background, age, ethnicity, disability or prior qualifications, asking only that learners are committed and willing to learn. The shop also takes bookings for reduced-rate trainee haircuts alongside appointments with qualified barbers, several of whom are educators.