Barber Program · West Palm Beach, FL
Men’s cutting and grooming, traditional straight-razor shaving, beard and mustache design, and hairpiece work — taught alongside cosmetology on a working salon floor.
Barber
Our Barber Program is taught in conjunction with the Cosmetology Program, with an emphasis on Men’s Hair Design, Shaves, Mustaches and Beard Trims. Students will learn to:
- Identify the types of hair used in the manufacturing of hairpieces
- Become familiar with the different types of hairpiece bases that are available
- Demonstrate how to measure a client for a hairpiece
- Fit and cut hairpieces
- Demonstrate the correct cleaning methods for hairpieces
- Sell hairpieces in the Barber Shops
- Discuss alternative hair replacement methods
In the Shaves, Mustache, and Beard Trim part of the course, students become familiar with how to:
- Define the objective of shaving
- Discuss the fundamentals of shaving
- Demonstrate the ability to handle the razor in four standard cutting positions and strokes
- Identify the 14 shaving areas of the face
- Demonstrate a facial shave
- Demonstrate a neck shave
- Discuss safety and sanitation procedures and precautions.
In today’s world, whether for personal or business reasons, men have chosen to pay closer attention to how they look. Today, it is not surprising to find men exploring the possibilities of hair color and hairpieces. Men’s interest in looking their best provides an opportunity for you, a modern-day Barber, to tap into your creative abilities by being a part of our visually exciting, artistically based education. In addition, an important part of the Program is the section devoted to sanitation and sterilization, as well as Barbershop Fundamentals.
We welcome all students to our family with open arms.
Important information about educational debt earnings and completion rates of students who attended this program
Programs & Campus Locations
Explore our programs — Cosmetology, Barbering, Nail Specialty, Facial Specialty, and Full Specialty — at our South Florida campuses in Delray Beach, Boca Raton, Lake Worth, and Pompano Beach. Learn about financial aid and admissions.
Barber Program FAQs
Quick answers about barber training at The Beauty Institute in West Palm Beach.
How long is the barber program?
Clock hours for the barber program are not published on this page. Please confirm current program length directly with our admissions team before you enroll.
Is financial aid or VA funding available for barber students?
The Beauty Institute is Title IV approved and VA approved. Financial aid and VA education benefits are available to those who qualify — eligibility is determined by the funding agency, not by the school.
Do barber students train on real clients?
Yes. Training is hands-on in our working student salon, where students work on real clients under instructor supervision.
Where can I see the full barber program page?
Our complete Barber program page has the current details. See the full Barber Program →
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