Course Description

Barbering – CIP CODE 120402

DESCRIPTION

The Barbering Course is designed to train the student in the basic manipulative skills, safety judgments, proper work habits, business skills, and desirable attitudes necessary to obtain licensure and for competency in job entry-level positions in Barbering or a related career field.

I. ORIENTATION TO BARBERING

• The History of Barbering
• Study Skills
• Professional Image

II. GENERAL SCIENCES

• Infection Control: Principles and Practices
• Implements, Tools, and Equipment
• General Anatomy and Physiology
• Basics of Chemistry
• Basics of Electricity
• The Skin – Structure, Disorders and Diseases
• Properties and Disorders of the Hair and Scalp

III. THE PRACTICE OF BARBERING

• Treatment of the Hair and Scalp
• Men’s Facial Massage and Treatments
• Shaving and Facial Hair Design
• Men’s Haircutting and Styling
• Men’s Hair Replacement

IV. ADVANCED BARBERING SERVICES

• Women’s Haircutting and Styling
• Chemical texture services
• Hair coloring and Lightening

V. BUSINESS SKILLS

• Preparing for Licensure and Employment
• Working Behind the Chair (Job Readiness, Submit Resume & work front desk)
• The Business of Barbering