Your Craft. Your Chair. Your Rules.
The Barbering Program consists of 1,000 clock hours of technical instruction and practical operations covering all practices of barbering in accordance with state requirements. This program is delivered through a hybrid format: 50% online theory and 50% hands-on, on-campus training.
What You'll Learn
Technical instruction includes demonstration, lecture, classroom participation, and evaluation. Practical operations include the performance of services on clients under instructor supervision and are completed on campus in a professional training environment.
Cutting & Styling — The Core of the Craft
Hair analysis and every cutting technique — razors, scissors, electric clippers, and thinning shears for wet and dry cutting. Shampooing, finger waving, comb-outs, straightening, waving, curling, and blow dry styling.
Color, Chemical & Texture Services
Semi-permanent and temporary color. Hair analysis, strand tests, safety precautions. Formula mixing, tinting, bleaching, highlights, lowlights, and dye removers. Permanent waving and chemical straightening.
Shaving & Facial Services — The Barber's Signature
Client prep, skin assessment, straight razor shaving techniques, aftershave application, facial massage, and rolling cream massage. The craft that makes barbering its own art form.
Business, Safety & Professionalism
Professional ethics, client communication, salesmanship, and record-keeping. Tax basics for booth renters and independent contractors. Health, safety, sanitation, and California laws.
| Subject | Minimum Hours |
|---|---|
| Laws and Regulations | 20 |
| Hairstyling | 65 |
| Permanent Waving and Chemical Straightening | 40 |
| Hair Coloring and Bleaching | 60 |
| Hair Cutting | 20 |
| Preparation and Performance (Shaving & Facial) | 100 |
| Health and Safety Considerations | 45 |
| Disinfecting and Sanitation | 20 |
| Anatomy and Physiology | 20 |
| Business Skills | 100 |
Where a Barber License Takes You
Barbering is one of the most in-demand, recession-resistant careers in the beauty industry.
Barbershop Barber
Join an established shop or rent a chair immediately after licensing.
Shop Owner
Open your own barbershop with your built-in business training.
Mobile Barber
Build a client roster and run your own independent business.
Editorial Barber
Provide grooming for print, fashion, and commercial photo shoots.
Barber Educator
Share your craft and mentor the next generation of professional barbers.
Specialty Barber
Niche into fades, razor art, beard sculpting, or textured hair.
The barber industry is growing faster than average nationwide. Your California license opens the door to a career you can build on your own terms.
Program Policies & Outcomes
Outcome
Graduates receive a Certificate of Completion and Proof of Training (POT) to apply for the California State Board licensing exam.
Student Requirements
Students are required to complete all program hours and pass a final examination with a minimum score of 85% in accordance with institutional standards.
Disclosure
Program completion does not guarantee licensure or employment. Licensure requirements are set by the State of California.