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Student results
The proof is in the chair. Here's what happens after you graduate from TBA.
After graduation
Most graduates go straight into a chair-rental spot — typically £120–£180 a week in central London. It's the fastest way to start earning while building your client base.
Plenty of our graduates are hired into established barbershops. The NVQ plus the portfolio we help you build typically gets students into a chair within two weeks of finishing.
Some graduates go on to open their own place within a year or two. The NVQ, the business-awareness modules, and the network you build at TotalBarber Academy all contribute.
A growing number of graduates build a freelance client base — home visits, weddings, editorial work. The flexibility of being your own boss, without the overhead of a shop.
Graduates who add our shaving and fade masterclasses often command premium prices — £30+ above a standard cut — for specialist services that most barbers can't offer.
Several TotalBarber Academy graduates have come back to teach. If you're passionate about passing the craft on, the NVQ plus real-world experience makes you a credible educator.
I walked in having never held clippers and walked out with my first shop chair the same week. The hands-on hours make all the difference.
James M. · 10-Week NVQ, 2025
Student stories
“I would definitely recommend it”
“A lot of passion and laughs”
“So flexible and helpful”
“Learnt old school and new school techniques”
“The guys were very welcoming”
“You learn from the best”
“Professional but relaxed”
“So supportive”
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