Barbering Details
We have 2 programs offered across 3 campuses.
Barbering Foundation
1000 Hours – Poway & Chula Vista, CA Only
The Barbering Foundation program covers hair analysis, styling, cutting, permanent waving, chemical straightening, hair coloring, barbering cut, mastering shear and clipper cutting techniques, men’s facials, beard design, and shave services.
Students also learn essential health and safety concepts, including California laws and regulations, sanitation and disinfection, and anatomy and physiology. The program covers fundamental business knowledge, such as online marketing, brand development, client retention strategies, and tax information, to support your professional development. Eligible students may also participate in externships with local barbershops, community service, and off-site learning.
The program includes an iPad, where much of the curriculum is taught with a social learning experience.
- Receive comprehensive barbering training for both the artistry and business of this timeless profession
- Discover the latest trends and fashion in men’s grooming
- Learn the business side of the industry, including retailing, sales techniques, and financial management
- Compete in national competitions
- Refine your hands-on skills by working with clients in our busy student barbering clinic floor
- Develop your portfolio and resume
- Receive assistance with job placement, interviews, and state board prep
- Financial Aid is available to those who qualify
Advanced Barbering
1500 Hours – California & Manhattan, KS
The Advanced Barbering program covers hair analysis, styling and cutting, mastering shear and clipper cutting techniques, permanent waving and chemical straightening, hair coloring and bleaching, shaving, beard and mustache care and design, men’s skincare, and men’s non-surgical hair replacement.
Students also learn essential health and safety concepts, including California and Kansas laws and regulations, sanitation and disinfection, and anatomy and physiology.
The program covers fundamental business knowledge, such as online marketing, brand development, client retention strategies, and tax information, to support your professional development. Eligible students may also participate in externships with local barbershops, community service, and off-site learning.
The program includes an iPad, where much of the curriculum is taught with a social learning experience.
- Receive comprehensive barbering training for both the artistry and business of this timeless profession
- Discover the latest trends and fashion in men’s grooming
- Learn everything from cutting to shaving
- Learn the business side of the industry, including retailing, sales techniques and financial management
- Compete in national competitions
- Refine your hands-on skills by working with clients in our busy student barbering clinic floor
- Develop your portfolio and resume
- Receive assistance with job placement, interviews, and state board prep
- Financial Aid is available to those who qualify
Is a Career in Barbering Right for You?
Take the Bellus Academy “Barbering Career Training Readiness Quiz”
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