BARBER COLLEGE
'
Barbering Curriculum
For The State of Washington:
COMPLETION OF OUR PROGRAM TAKES 5-6 MONTHS
I. Introduction To Barbering
(100 hours)
- History of Barbering
- Professional Ethics and Conduct
- Infection Control and Safety
II. Hair Cutting & Styling
(500 hours)
- Haircutting Techniques For Different Hair Types
- Beard and Mustache Trimming
- Shaving Techniques
- Clipper and Scissor Work
- Facial Shapes and Hair Design
III. Shaving & Facial Hair
(50 hours)
- Straight Razor Shaving
- Beard Design and Maintenance
- Skin Care and Pre-Shave Preparation
IV. Hair Coloring & Chemical Services
(150 hours)
- Hair Coloring Techniques
- Chemical Relaxing and Perming
- Product Knowledge and Application
V. Sanitation & Safety
(50 hours)
- Sanitation and Disinfection Practices
- Safety Procedures and Precautions
- Bloodborne Pathogen Training
VI. Anatomy & Physiology
(50 hours)
- Basic Understanding Of The Skin, Hair, & Scalp
- Recognition of Skin Conditions & Disorders
VII. Business & Professional Development
(150 hours)
- Client Consultations & Customer Service
- Barbershop Management
- Washington State Barbering Laws & Regulations
VIII. Hands-on Practice
(600 hours)
- Practical Application Of Barbering Techniques
On Real Clients
- Supervised Training In A Barbershop Setting
IX. State Board Exam Preparation
(50 hours)
- Practice Exams & Test-Taking Strategies
- Review Of Practical & Written Exam Requirements
X. Elective Courses
(50 hours)
- Advanced Cutting Techniques
- Modern Barbering Trends
- Continuing Education