Program Description
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. The program graduate receives a Barbering diploma and is employable as a barber, salon/shop manager, or a salon/shop owner.
Career Information
Occupation
Barbers
Career Projections
The number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 6.8% nationally and 7.4% in the State of Georgia over the next several years. Estimated salaries in this field start at $28,000 a year.
Labor market data was compiled using Economic Modeling Specialists, international and is updated annually.
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Admission Requirements
General College Admissions Requirements
Blood and Airborne Pathogens
Students enrolled in Category I and II programs at Atlanta Technical College will be performing tasks in which there is a normal occurrence for exposure to blood, other potentially infectious body materials, and airborne pathogens.
These tasks will be performed in the classroom, laboratory, and clinical activities for each occupational training program/course. Students will be required to present documentation of Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis immunizations as a result of potential occupational exposure. Students should contact their program directors for more information. Policies and procedures regarding blood and airborne pathogens may be reviewed at https://tcsg.edu/tcsgpolicy/tcsg_policy_manual.pdf.
Program Contact Information
Daniel Brown
Barbering and Cosmetology Program Chair
Academic Building C1110N
404-225-4642
dbrown@atlantatech.edu
Sheilah Tate
Barbering Instructor
Academic Building C1110Q
404-225-5066
state@atlantatech.edu
Program Length and Cost
Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 4 terms
Credit Hours: 56
Estimated Program Cost: $9,100
Required Courses
General Education Courses - (8 Credits)
English Requirement - (3 Credits)
| | Select one of the following English courses | 3 |
| ENGL 1010 | Fundamentals of English I | 3 |
| | Or | |
| ENGL 1005 | Applied Technical Communication | 3 |
Math Requirement - (3 Credits)
| | Select one of the following Math Courses | |
| MATH 1012 | Foundations of Mathematics | 3 |
| | Or | |
| MATH 1005 | Applied Technical Mathematics | 3 |
Social/Behavioral Science Requirement - (2 Credits)
| EMPL 1000 | Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development | 2 |
Occupational Courses (48 Credits)
| BARB 1000 | Introduction to Barber/Styling Implements | 3 |
| BARB 1010 | Science: Sterilization, Sanitation, and Bacteriology | 3 |
| BARB 1022 | Haircutting and Shampooing I | 3 |
| BARB 1024 | Haircutting and Shampooing II | 3 |
| BARB 1030 | Haircutting/Basic Styling | 3 |
| BARB 1040 | Shaving | 3 |
| BARB 1050 | Science: Anatomy and Physiology | 3 |
| BARB 1060 | Introduction to Color Theory/Color Application | 3 |
| BARB 1072 | Introduction to Chemical Restructuring of Hair | 3 |
| BARB 1074 | Advanced Chemical Restructuring of Hair | 3 |
| BARB 1082 | Advanced Haircutting and Styling I | 3 |
| BARB 1084 | Advanced Haircutting and Styling II | 3 |
| BARB 1090 | Structures of Skin, Scalp, Hair and Facial Treatments | 3 |
| BARB 1100 | Barber/Styling Practicum and Internship | 3 |
| BARB 1110 | Shop Management/Ownership | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 56
Program Outcomes
1. Program graduate will be able to put into practice state rules and regulations, barbering professionalism, and management skills.
2. Program graduate will be able to perform barbering services with a focus on client/customer satisfaction.
3. Program graduate will be able to demonstrate the knowledge and the proper use of skills in hair cutting, styling, and chemical processes utilized in the barbering profession.