Master Barber Technical Certificate of Credit
The Barbering program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the field of barbering. Learning opportunities develop academic and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes specialized training in safety, sanitation, hair treatments and manipulations, haircutting techniques, shaving, skin care, reception, sales, and management. The curriculum meets state licensing requirements of the Georgia State Board of Barbering. Program graduates receives a Barbering II certificate and is employable as a barber, salon/shop manager, or a salon/shop owner.
Students are accepted into the Master Barber certificate program every semester. A full-time student can complete this program in 4 semesters. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 50 semester credit hours.
Offered at the Following Campuses/Delivery Mode:
- Jefferson County Center (Louisville)
Employment Outlook
Career Traits/Requirements
Individuals wanting to enroll in the Master Barber certificate program must be motivated, personable, creative, and able to work independently. Appearance, punctuality, and professional attitude are only a few of the personal traits required to be successful in this profession.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the Master Barber certificate program are prepared for employment providing barbering services, such as trimming, shampooing, and styling hair, trimming beards, or giving shaves.
Program Costs
Tuition & Fees: $5,457.00
Books & Supplies: $960.00
Malpractice Insurance: $12.00
(Costs are estimated and are subject to change.)
Admission Requirements
OFTC may accept a student’s official entrance score on the following validated assessment instruments if the scores meet the required minimums:
- COMPASS/ASSET,
- SAT,
- ACT,
- PSAT,
- PACT,
- Accuplacer/Accuplacer Next Generation/Companion,
- HOPE GPA after completion of 10th grade of 2.6 or higher, or High School GPA of 2.6 (for occupational programs), or 2.0 for Workforce Entry Level programs, or GED.
The College may accept transfer credit for other courses according to the College’s transfer policy.
Curriculum
Occupational Courses
Program Pathway
Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 3
Semester 4