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Barbering Student Performing Haircut in Denver, CO

Our Barbering program will give you hands-on experience with shaving, haircutting, scalp treatments, styling techniques, coloring, chemical texture services and more. We offer both full and part-time programs.

Plus, you’ll get the chance to practice and gain real-world experience working with clients at our on-site, fully student-run Emily’s Salon & Barbershop. You’ll learn the rules and regulations necessary to get your barbering license, as well as the skills you need to open and run your own barbershop. 

LEVEL 1:
BAR 1003 Introduction to Hair & Scalp
BAR 1007 Introduction to Shaving, Honing & Stropping
BAR 1010 Introduction to Hair Coloring
BAR 1020 Introduction to Hair Cutting
BAR 1030 Introduction to Hair Styling
BAR 1066 Introduction to Facial Massage & Skin Care
BAR 1040 Introduction to Permanent Waves & Chemical Relaxers
COS 1060 Introduction to Infection Control & Prevention

LEVEL 2:
COS 1050 Laws, Rules, & Regulations
BAR 1008 Intermediate Shaving, Honing & Stropping
BAR 1011 Intermediate Hair Coloring
BAR 1021 Intermediate Hair Cutting
BAR 1031 Intermediate Hair Styling
BAR 1041 Intermediate Permanent Waves & Chemical Relaxers
BAR 1067 Intermediate Facial Massage & Skin Care
COS 1061 Intermediate I: Infection Control & Prevention
COS 2060 Intermediate II: Infection Control & Prevention

LEVEL 3:
BAR 2003 Advanced Hair & Scalp
BAR 2007 Advanced Shaving, Honing & Stropping
BAR 2011 Advanced Hair Coloring
BAR 2020 Advanced Hair Cutting
BAR 2031 Advanced Hair Styling
BAR 2041 Advanced Permanent Waves & Chemical Relaxers
BAR 2066 Advanced Facial Massage & Skin Care
COS 2061 Advanced Infection Control & Prevention
COS 2050 Business Management/Personal Skills/Ethics

Program details

Approximate Cost: $8,538

(additional materials and book fees may apply)

This program qualifies for Financial Aid.

Full-Time Program Length: 10 months
Part-Time Program Length: 15 months

Program START DATES

2024 Start Dates
Full-Time Program: 4/15/2024, 8/19/2024 and 11/16/2024
Part-Time Program: 8/19/2024

WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH YOUR CERTIFICATE?

  • Barber
  • Barber Shop Owner
  • Platform Artist/Educator
  • Color Specialist
  • Product Representative
  • Beard and Design Expert 

MORE INFORMATION

  • Confirm payment. For more information regarding payment arrangements, click here.
  • Get your student ID. You can get your student ID at Treasury.
  • The program is offered at 1860 Lincoln St., Denver, CO
  • The program is delivered in a hybrid format. Meaning some of your instruction, class time, and coursework will be completed at home and some will be done in the classroom/clinic.
    • Students are expected to be in a learning environment doing coursework for the duration of class time. Students are not allowed to work during scheduled class hours.
    • Your instructor will inform you of your on-site class hours and provide you with your virtual Google Meet link a week before class starts.
  • Due to the delivery, this program will require computer use and internet access. If you need assistance obtaining technology, please contact student.success@emilygriffith.edu.
  • Assignments completed virtually will be done using our learning system, Moodle. You will not be able to access Moodle until you have paid for your classes.
  • Books and Kit are included and will be handed out in class. These items are non-returnable.
  • Near the end of the program, be prepared to buy supplies for your state board kit. Your instructor will inform you of what supplies to purchase.

You must follow all school policies for in-person and virtual learning at all times.

The Code of Conduct and other program policies will be reviewed in class.

  • You are not allowed to miss more than 32 hours of instruction per level.
    • These hours reset at each level of the program.
    • This includes arriving late and leaving class early.
  • Missed hours cannot be made-up. You will need to re-enroll in a future cohort.
    • Enrollment in future cohorts is dependent on pending space and availability.
  • Student IDs must be worn at all times while on school property and during any off-campus school activities.
  • You must wear the provided smock at all times when in Emily’s Salon and Barbershop.
  • Hair and nails should be kept clean and groomed at all times.
  • Wear professional yet sensible attire.
  • No low-cut shirts, sweatpants, or short skirts/shorts will be permitted at any time.
  • If you are wearing leggings and/or a skirt, you must have a shirt/skirt no shorter than 2 inches above the knee.
  • No open-toed shoes (i.e. sandals, flip-flops, shower shoes).
  • Pants must be worn at the waist (no sagging pants).
  • No profanity or offensive wording on clothing, including smocks.
  • Sunglasses are not to be worn during school hours, unless outside.
  • Odors from smoke, excessive perspiration, perfume, or other sources are not acceptable and will not be tolerated. Odors can be disruptive and even cause physical symptoms to clients and other students.
  • Students not following the dress code will be asked to change or leave. Being asked to leave will count as missed time.

Payment and Student ID:

  • Confirm payment. For more information regarding payment arrangements, click here.
  • Get your student ID. You can get your student ID at Treasury.

Program Structure and Delivery:

  • The program is offered at 1860 Lincoln St., Denver, CO.
  • The program is delivered in a hybrid format. Meaning some of your instruction, class time, and coursework will be completed at home and some will be done in the classroom/clinic.
    • Students are expected to be in a learning environment doing coursework for the duration of class time. Students are not allowed to work during scheduled class hours.
    • Your instructor will inform you of your on-site class hours and provide you with your virtual Google Meet link a week before class starts.
  • Due to the delivery, this program will require computer use and internet access. If you need assistance obtaining technology, please contact student.success@emilygriffith.edu.
  • Assignments completed virtually will be done using our learning system, Moodle. You will not be able to access Moodle until you have paid for your classes.

Textbooks and Supplies:

  • Books and Kit are included and will be handed out in class. These items are non-returnable.
  • Near the end of the program, be prepared to buy supplies for your state board kit. Your instructor will inform you of what supplies to purchase.

Program Policies and Expectations:

  • You must follow all school policies for in-person and virtual learning at all times.
    The Code of Conduct and other program policies will be reviewed in class.

Attendance:

  • You are not allowed to miss more than 32 hours of instruction per level.
    • These hours reset at each level of the program.
    • This includes arriving late and leaving class early.
  • Missed hours cannot be made-up. You will need to re-enroll in a future cohort.
    • Enrollment in future cohorts is dependent on pending space and availability.

Dress Code:

  • Student IDs must be worn at all times while on school property and during any off-campus school activities.
  • You must wear the provided smock at all times when in Emily’s Salon and Barbershop.
  • Hair and nails should be kept clean and groomed at all times.
  • Wear professional yet sensible attire.
  • No low-cut shirts, sweatpants, or short skirts/shorts will be permitted at any time.
  • If you are wearing leggings and/or a skirt, you must have a shirt/skirt no shorter than 2 inches above the knee.
  • No open-toed shoes (i.e. sandals, flip-flops, shower shoes).
  • Pants must be worn at the waist (no sagging pants).
  • No profanity or offensive wording on clothing, including smocks.
  • Sunglasses are not to be worn during school hours, unless outside.
  • Odors from smoke, excessive perspiration, perfume, or other sources are not acceptable and will not be tolerated. Odors can be disruptive and even cause physical symptoms to clients and other students.
  • Students not following the dress code will be asked to change or leave. Being asked to leave will count as missed time.
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