The primary purpose of this Barber course is to train the student in the basic manipulative skills, safety judgments, proper work habits, and desirable attitudes necessary to obtain a license and competency in the positions in the beauty industry.
The curriculum of Beyond Beauty Academy is to provide a complete course of study in the barbering culture. Theory instruction includes audio visual aids, lecture platform demonstrations and textbook assignment. In all classes, the principles are tested and perfected by the student in practical classroom activities. Practical training includes supervised performance on clinic patrons and mannequins practice.
Objectives: Upon completion of the course requirements, the determined graduate will be able to:
Project a positive attitude and a sense of personal self-confidence and integrity.
Practice effective communication skills, visual poise and proper grooming.
Respect the need to deliver worthy service for value received in a business relationship.
Perform basic manipulative skills in the area of barbering.
Apply learned theory, technical information, and related matter for sound judgment decisions and procedures.
To ensure continued success, the graduate will continue to learn new and current information related to the barbering industry.
Beyond Beauty Academy does not engage in any type of telecommunications activities away from its principal or main location. Beyond Beauty Academy offers its main studio and campus.
All graduating students will satisfy the requirements for the DPOR certification. Students who have graduated will be able to sit for the state licensure exam.
The total hour requirements must be met by each student in each category in order for the earned hours to be accepted by the state licensing board for examination. The generous portion of miscellaneous hours is to be applied as needed in curriculum-related areas or if the student desires to specialize in a specific area.
Basic Barbering Course Curriculum
HOURS SUBJECT – UNIT
75 THEORY – CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION
Limited to Orientation, Career Information, State Laws and Regulations, Professional Image, First Aid, Chemistry, Job Seeking and Professional Ethics, History of Barbering, Study Skills
75 BACTERIOLOGY, DECONTAMINATION, AND INFECTION CONTROL
Health, Public Sanitation, Methods, Chemical Agents, Types, Classifications, Bacterial Growth, Infection Control and Safe Work Practices, Implements, Tools and Equipment
75 SHAMPOOS, RINSES, SCALP TREATMENTS
Principles and Techniques of Treatments and Disorders of the Hair and Scalp and Related Chemistry
150 HAIRSTYLING
Principles and Techniques of Wet Styling, Blow Drying and Waving, Hairdressing, Women’s Styling, Men’s Hair Replacement
200 HAIRCUTTING
Principles and Techniques of Sectioning, Removing Length or Bulk with Razor, Scissors, Clippers and Shears, Men’s Haircutting and Styling, Women’s Haircutting
125 HAIRCOLORING, BLEACHING
Principles and Techniques of Hair Coloring and Lightening
200 CHEMICAL REARRANGING (TEXTURE SERVICES)
Principles and Techniques of Chemical Texture Services
175 MANICURING, PEDICURING, NAIL EXTENSIONS
Principles and Techniques of Massage, Manicuring, Pedicuring and Advanced Nail Techniques
175 FACIALS
Principles and Techniques of Skin Chemical Procedures, Men’s Facial Massage and Treatments, Shaving and Facial Hair Design, Properties and Disorders of the Skin, Electricity and Light Therapy
50 BARBERSHOP BUSINESS, RETAIL SALES
Fundamentals of Business Management, Opening a Barbershop, Business Plan, Written Agreements, Licensing Requirements and Regulations, Laws, Salon Operations, Policies, Practices, Compensation Packages, Payroll Deductions, Telephone Use, Advertising, Sales, Communication, Public/Human Relations, Insurance, Salon Safety
200 MISCELLANEOUS
To be applied by the instructor to strengthen student performance, supervised field trips or other related training.
1500 TOTAL HOURS
