Barber Program
Fades, tapers, straight-razor shaves, beard design and men’s grooming.
Program overview
The Barber Program (1,000 hours) is structured to meet the 1,000-hour education requirements of the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.
The program blends intensive hands-on training with theoretical instruction. Students master traditional and modern barbering techniques, including precision hair cutting, razor shaves, beard trimming and design, hair coloring, chemical services, scalp treatments and the sanitation procedures required for State Board licensure.
What you'll learn
Curriculum
| Topic | Description | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Health and Safety | Chemical safety, hazardous materials, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), health and safety laws, physical safety, and communicable disease prevention. | 100 |
| Disinfection and Sanitation | Mandatory infection control, cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of razor blades, clippers, shears, and barbershop equipment. | 100 |
| Hairdressing & Haircutting Services | Hair analysis, shampooing, blow-drying, wet/dry cutting, clippers/razors, skin fades, beard design, and straight razor shaving. | 500 |
| Chemical Hair Services | Hair coloring, bleaching, permanent waving, chemical hair relaxing, and scalp conditioning treatments. | 200 |
| Advanced Grooming & Barbershop Business | Gentlemen’s facials, advanced hair design, client consultation, shop management, marketing, and State Board exam preparation. | 100 |
| Total | 1,000 |
Career paths
After passing the California State Board exam, graduates can pursue roles such as:
Job placement assistance is provided after licensing. Employment is not guaranteed.
Tuition
| Tuition | $6,500 |
| Kit | Tools and supplies not included |
| Payment | Payment plans available — deposit, then installments. How it works |
| Not included | California State Board application & exam fees (paid directly to the Board) |
| Upon completion | Official documentation to apply for the California State Board licensing exam |
Prices subject to change — please confirm with admissions.