Professional barber training in West London.
From your first cut to your next level, find your place
at Picasso Academy.
This course is delivered as an NCFE Customised Qualification. It is an unregulated qualification and is not a nationally recognised regulated qualification.
CPD (Continuing Professional Development) is the ongoing process of developing and enhancing professional knowledge, skills, and competence throughout a career. CPD Certified training has been independently assessed to meet recognised Continuing Professional Development standards, helping learners demonstrate their commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
A fresh start. A sharper skill set.
A future shaped by you.
Starting out or stepping up?
There’s a place for you here.
Build your foundations in barbering, from your first consultation to confident cutting, blending and traditional shaving.
Make room for a new craft. Develop your barbering skills with structured weekend training and practical, personal guidance.
Explore the techniques behind lasting curl and texture, with focused training in perming, neutralising and aftercare.
Refine the ritual of a traditional shave. Learn safe razor handling, skin preparation and the hot towel service.
Training shaped around your next step. Assess your technique with the academy, then focus on the skills you want to improve.
Take your first step into barbering with a one-week introduction. Contact the academy to discuss the programme and available dates.
Barbering is a practical craft. At our barber school in London W9, training puts the tools in your hands, with the guidance and space to develop your technique.
Diploma groups of up to eight, with focused practical guidance.
Weekday and weekend diploma routes, plus one-day workshops.
Develop specific techniques with individually assessed Level Up training.
Fresh perspectives. One craft. Explore our students’ work.
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Personal guidance is at the heart of learning.
Educator profiles will be added once confirmed by the academy.
Support a barber in training with a completely free trainee haircut.
Allow 1–2 hours. A little of your time makes a real difference.
Contact us to arrange a visit.
Choosing a course is a big step.
We’re here to help you find your way.
The academy can help you choose a beginner course. PBA2 Weekday Diploma: 9 weeks. PBA2 Weekend Diploma: 18 weeks. Contact the academy to discuss which route suits you.
PBA2 Weekend Diploma: Saturday–Sunday · 10:00–16:00, 18 weeks. Intake dates are agreed with the academy.
PBA2 Weekday Diploma: £500 deposit towards £3,200, leaving £2,700. PBA2 Weekend Diploma: £500 deposit towards £4,200, leaving £3,700. Deposits form part of the total course fee. All fees must be paid before training begins.
Contact the academy for current intakes. Some dates may be to be confirmed. The academy will confirm your start date and joining instructions.
Level Up: £500 per week. Tailored to you. Dates agreed after assessment. Your total is agreed before enrolment.
Yes. Trainee haircuts are completely free and may take 1–2 hours. Available appointment slots will be published when booking opens.
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