Barbering
2 Year Program
Harkness, Kenton
Students will learn the technical and communication skills required to be successful in a professional shop environment. Topics of study include: implements, tools and equipment, anatomy and physiology, properties and disorders of the skin and scalp, and New York State Board procedures. Students will perform professional barbering techniquest, such as mustache and beard design, a variety or shear and clipper cutting techniques, hair color and lightening, as well as the basics of business, effective client communication, shop management, and safe work practices. Students must accumulate 500 hours of instruction in order to be eligible for the NYS Certification exam.
Program Highlights
- Prepare for the NYS Master Barber’s licensing exam
- Cut, color, and style a variety of haircuts
- Learn to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues
- Master Barbers participate in national organizations and trade shows and many compete in barbering competitions
College Agreements
- Bryant & Stratton
- Erie 1 BOCES Workforce Development
- SUNY Cobleskill
Additional Information
- Students are required to purchase a Barber Kit and uniform.
- Additional steps are necessary for NYS licensing.
- Large class size (24+).
- Barbering Lab is a loud and social environment
- Students will be required to work in close proximity of others
- Fine motor skills
- Able to adhere to professional practices
- Able to stand for the majority of classtime
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Able to properly use sharp implements (razor, blades, etc.) while adhering to strict safety practices/standards under
various levels of supervision from the instructor - Able to communicate effectively with clients
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Able to interact closely with others to provide Barbering services
- Strong time management skills
- Strong math skills; geometry, algebra
- Strong science skills; chemistry, anatomy, microbiology
Instructor Information
Harkness Career & Technical Center
(716) 961-4070
Julianne Reinard
Kenton Career & Technical Center
(716) 961-4010
Jon Goyette