OUR PROGRAMS

Master Barber is a comprehensive course consisting of a minimum of 1500 clock hours of
training as required by the State of Tennessee Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners.

A student who completes this course and successfully passes a state board examination will be
prepared for a career in the beauty industry with an entry level position in a barber shop or
beauty salon.

Instructional techniques include written material, printed textbook information, workbook
assignments, written tests, lectures, hands on demonstration, videos, podcasts, and students
will perform skills on clients, other students and/or mannequins.

Milady Standard
Barbering student text 6th Edition

Training incorporates all phases of hair cutting, styling, coloring, permanent waves, shampooing and scalp massage, relaxers, shaving and trimming of beards, cutting/fitting
hairpieces, noninvasive skincare, waxing, pedicures and manicuring. Theory and practical applications are taught by staff and
supplemented with enhanced classes.

Fundamentals of Barbering
Barbering tools and implements
Chemistry related to sanitation, sterilization, bacteriology, hygiene
Skin, scalp, and hair
Chemical theory as related to hair bleaching and coloring, relaxing, and permanent waving
Hair cutting, styling, and setting
Extensions and hairpieces
Nail care, manicures, and pedicures
Shaving
Anatomy, physiology, and system structures of head, face, neck, muscles, and nerves
Makeup
Skin Care
Skin, scalp, and hair disorders
Massage and facial treatment theory
Barbering laws, rules, and regulations
Basic business management, product knowledge, and sales
Soft skills and employment prep

Relaxers and permanent waving
Hair coloring, toning, and bleaching
Manicures

Hair and Scalp care
Shampooing
Hair cutting and styling, women
Hair cutting and styling, men
Shaving
Beard and mustache trimming
Extension application and removal
Hairpiece selection and fitting
Facials and skin care
Make-up application
Manicures and Pedicures