START YOUR
BARBER CAREER
1000 hours. 38 weeks. Master the craft.
1000 Hours
38 Weeks
State Licensed
Job Ready
START YOUR
BARBER CAREER
1000 hours. 38 weeks. Master the craft.
1000 Hours
38 Weeks
State Licensed
Job ReadyEnrollment closes in
Limited spots available
Program Overview
Everything you need to know about our Barbering Program program
The International School of Beauty Barber Program prepares students for a career as a Barber, Consultant on Beauty and Personal Appearance, Beauty and Cosmetic Sales, Salon Manager or Owner.
The curriculum consists of 1500 clock hours of technical instruction and practical training covering all practices of a barber as outlined in Section 7316 of the Barbering and Cosmetology Act.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program can pursue exciting careers in the beauty industry
Licensed Barber
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Barber Shop Owner
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Barber Shop Manager
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Platform Artist
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Barber Instructor
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Grooming Specialist
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Men's Styling Expert
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Shave Specialist
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Licensed Barber
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Barber Shop Owner
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Barber Shop Manager
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Platform Artist
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Barber Instructor
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Grooming Specialist
Explore this exciting career path in the beauty industry.
Men's Styling Expert
Explore this exciting career path in the beauty industry.
Shave Specialist
Explore this exciting career path in the beauty industry.
Licensed Barber
Explore this exciting career path in the beauty industry.
Barber Shop Owner
Explore this exciting career path in the beauty industry.
Barber Shop Manager
Explore this exciting career path in the beauty industry.
Platform Artist
Explore this exciting career path in the beauty industry.
Barber Instructor
Explore this exciting career path in the beauty industry.
Grooming Specialist
Explore this exciting career path in the beauty industry.
Men's Styling Expert
Explore this exciting career path in the beauty industry.
Shave Specialist
Explore this exciting career path in the beauty industry.
All career paths require successful completion of the program and state licensing
Course Goals
What you will achieve in this program
Successfully master training requirements needed to make application for state licensure or certification
Develop professional skills and attitude in the interest of the students learning environment
Graduate possessing skills to help secure at minimum entry level employment
Performance Objectives
Skills and competencies you will master
Successfully acquire the knowledge of the laws and rules regulating California
Successfully acquire the knowledge of sanitation and sterilization as related to all phases of the course
Successfully acquire knowledge of the general theory as relative to the course curriculum
Successfully acquire business management techniques common in the industry
Successfully acquire the necessary skills to perform practical procedures relative to the course curriculum
Skills You Will Develop
Hands-on abilities you will gain
Learn the proper use of implements relative to services offered in the program curriculum
Acquire the knowledge of performing a client consultation before all services to recognize any contraindications
Learn the procedures and terminology used in performing all services
Attitudes & Goals
Professional values and mindset we cultivate
Teach good workmanship skills
Possess a positive attitude toward the students, public and fellow workers
Appreciate honesty, integrity and ethics in oneself and others
Have an improved personality while dealing with students, patrons, and colleagues
Curriculum
1000 clock hours of technical instruction and practical operations
Health and Safety
Including instruction on hazardous substances, chemical safety data sheets, protection from hazardous chemicals, preventing chemical injuries, health and safety laws and regulations, and preventing communicable disease. Includes Board Approved Health & Safety Course.
Disinfection and Sanitation
Including instruction on disinfection procedures to protect the health and safety of consumers and the technician, and proper disinfection procedures for equipment.
Chemical Hair Services
Including instruction on coloring, straightening, waving, bleaching, hair analysis, predisposition and strand testing.
Hairstyling Services
Including instruction on arranging, blow drying, cleansing, curling, dressing, hair analysis, shampooing, waving, and non-chemical straightening. Hair cutting includes the use of shears, razors, electrical clippers, trimmers, and thinning shears.
Shaving and Trimming of the Beard
Including instruction on preparing the client's hair for shaving, assessing the condition of the client's skin, performing shaving techniques, applying aftershave antiseptic following facial services, and massaging the face including rolling cream massages.
Permanent Waving & Chemical Straightening
Including proper terminology, techniques and procedures of hair analysis, acid and alkaline solutions used in chemical texture services, chemical straightening including the use of sodium hydroxide and other base solutions.
Distance Education Options
Flexible learning with theory hours available online
Distance education allows you to complete theory coursework online while practical training is conducted on campus.
Grading & Materials
How you'll be assessed and what you'll need
Admission
17 years of age or older
Completed the 10th grade
Required Materials
Pivot Point Salon Fundamentals Barbering Textbook and Study Guide
All materials included in tuition
Academic Requirements
Grading standards and graduation requirements
Grading System
Students will be tested and receive a letter grade after the completion of each theory course. Tests are typically graded during class, and results recorded on the student's individual grade sheet.
- Letter Grades:
- •90% to 100% = "A" Excellent
- •80% to 89% = "B" Good
- •70% to 79% = "C" Average
- •60% to 69% = "D" Needs to Retake Test
- •0% to 59% = "F" Failed
Students need to retake all tests with scores below 70%. Students must maintain a "C" average for successful progression and graduation.
Overall grades are determined on the basis of the student's attitude and ability to perform elements of the course curriculum: approximately 25% written tests, 50% attendance, and 25% practical performance skills.
Barbering students will be assessed at 450, 900, 1200 and 1500 hours.
Graduation Requirements
- Complete all required classroom and practical/laboratory education and training with a GPA of no less than 70% ("C")
- Complete an SAP (Satisfactory Academic Progress) evaluation
- Complete an exit interview with administration
- Pay all tuition due to the school prior to graduation (unless written arrangement made)
- Receive diploma/certificate of completion upon graduation
- Students who have reached the minimum age of 17 years will be assisted in completing the necessary documents to file the appropriate Barbering examination
Licensing Requirements
The applicant must be 17 years of age or older and have completed the 10th grade. A license will be granted by the State of California only after the student has successfully completed and graduated from the course and passed the licensing exam with an overall average of 75%.
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