How do I go about becoming a Barber in the UK?

How do I go about becoming a Barber and how long does it take? What is the pay like aswell?How do I go about becoming a Barber in the UK?
Step1





Find a barber that will let you shadow him for a few days. This is a good way to learn whether you really want to be a barber before investing any additional time and money.





Step2





Look up the requirements necessary to become a barber in your state. Most states require a minimum number of hours cutting hair as well as safety and handling instructions to obtain your license.





Step3





Research barber schools in your area taking into account the length of time they have been in business, their facilities, any specializations they may offer, whether they offer financial aid and their job placement abilities. You really want a school that is going to help you get your first job.





Step4





Choose a school in your area that meets not only the state requirements but those mentioned in Step 3 and complete the program.





Step5





Take the licensing exam for your state and pass it.





Step6





Land that first job using job placement assistance from your barber school, inquiring at local shops and searching employment ads in your local paper