What education and training is required to become a barber?

Answer 1

You will need to attend a school of Cosmetology or barber school to learn how to do this and to prepare for the test. When you graduate from there, you take the state licensing test.

All States require barbers, cosmetologists, and other personal appearance workers to be licensed, with the exceptions of shampooers and makeup artists. To qualify for a license, most job seekers are required to graduate from a State-licensed barber or cosmetology school.

Education and training. A high school diploma or GED is required for some personal appearance workers in some States. In addition, most States require that barbers and cosmetologists complete a program in a State-licensed barber or cosmetology school. Programs in hairstyling, Skin Care, and other personal appearance services can be found in both high schools and in public or private postsecondary vocational schools.

Full-time programs in barbering and cosmetology usually last 9 months and may lead to an associate degree, but training for manicurists and pedicurists and skin care specialists requires significantly less time. Makeup artists can attend schools that specialize in this subject, but it is not required. Shampooers generally do not need formal training. Most professionals take advanced courses in hairstyling or other personal appearance services to keep up with the latest trends. They also may take courses in sales and marketing.

During their first weeks on the job, new workers may be given relatively simple tasks. Once they have demonstrated their skills, they are gradually permitted to perform more complicated procedures, such as coloring hair. As they continue to work in the field, more training usually is required to help workers learn the techniques particular to each salon and to build on the basics learned in cosmetology school. Personal appearance workers attend training at salons, cosmetology schools, or industry trade shows throughout their careers.

Licensure. All States require barbers, cosmetologists, and other personal appearance workers to be licensed, with the exceptions of shampooers and makeup artists. Qualifications for a license vary by State, but generally a person must have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 16 years old, and have graduated from a State-licensed barber or cosmetology school. After graduating from a State approved training program, students take a State licensing examination. The exam consists of a written test and, in some cases, a practical test of styling skills or an oral examination. In many States, cosmetology training may be credited toward a barbering license, and vice versa, and a few States combine the two licenses. Most States require separate licensing examinations for manicurists, pedicurists, and skin care specialists.

Some States have reciprocity agreements that allow licensed barbers and cosmetologists to obtain a license in a different State without additional formal training, but such agreements are uncommon. Consequently, persons who wish to work in a particular State should review the laws of that State before entering a training program.

Other qualifications. Successful personal appearance workers should have an understanding of fashion, art, and technical design. They also must keep a neat personal appearance and a clean work area. Interpersonal skills, image, and attitude play an important role in career success. As client retention and retail sales become an increasingly important part of salons' revenue, the ability to be an effective salesperson becomes ever more vital for salon workers. Some cosmetology schools consider "people skills" to be such an integral part of the job that they require coursework in that area. Business skills are important for those who plan to operate their own salons.

Advancement. Advancement usually takes the form of higher earnings as barbers and cosmetologists gain experience and build a steady clientele. Some barbers and cosmetologists manage salons, lease booth space in salons, or open their own salons after several years of experience. Others teach in barber or cosmetology schools or provide training through vocational schools. Still others advance to become sales representatives, image or fashion consultants, or examiners for State licensing boards.

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Becoming a barber is not that hard but can cost a bit of money but at the end of the day its worth it. it all deppends on the route you want to take you could either go to school or work under a master barber as his or her apprentice this is the cheapest way to go about being a barber you first work under this master barber for a good amount of time depending on what state you live in and then you could take your masters exam but be sure the master barber shows you the proper way the exam has to be taken so you could pass there will be small fees that apply there are a few application fees nothing crazy your trainershould help you with this your best bet before going to a barbershop and asking a master barber for your apprenticeship try to learn a little about cutting hair because you want the master barber to see you have potential because he cant just put you on anyones hair cut if your going to mess it up so you should try to know a bit about cutting hair before you ask and you could do that bye using my (BARBER QUEST dvd) that will show you exactly what you need to do step by step this dvd will help alot and put you where you need to be before you even start your apprenticeship or you could go to school going to school can help alot you get to practice on people who know that you are learning and you leave a master barber but this could cost lots of money and take up lots of time but if you can afford it and you have the time go for it but the way people cut hair in school and the way people cut hair in the real world its just not the same not trying to knock going to school for cutting hair but they are not the same just being real even if you do go to school try to get around some barbers in a barbershops and look at the way they cut and you will see they are not the same but if you take that route be sure to google the state you live in and next to that type in barber schools and a list of schools should come up in your area so good luck stay contestant dont give up pactice make perfect you can do it !!!!!!

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Answer 2

To become a barber, you typically need to complete a barbering program at a vocational school or community college, which can range from 9 months to 2 years. Some states also require barbers to obtain a license by passing a written and practical exam. Continuing education may be needed to stay current with styling trends and techniques.