Program Description
This Barbering Assistant technical certificate program provides training to prepare students to work as a Barbering Apprentice at a Barber shop.
Career Information
Occupation
Barber Shop Assistant
Career Projections
The number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 14.3% in Fulton and Clayton counties and 16.5% in the State of Georgia by 2030. Estimated salaries in this field start at $25,000 a year.
Labor market data was compiled using Economic Modeling Specialists, international and is updated annually.
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Admission Requirements
College Admission Requirements
General College Admissions Requirements
Program Admission Requirements
Applicant will need to have a current, active Georgia Master Barber License for a minimum of one year.
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: 2 terms
Credit Hours: 17
Estimated Program Cost: $3,584
Required Courses
Occupational Courses (17 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 |
| XXXX xxxx | Guided Elective | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 17
Program Outcomes
1. The Student will possess knowledge in the Learning Domains and the levels of learning.
2. The Student will possess class room management skills
3. The Student will possess knowledge and skills associated with employment as an instructor in the Technical College System of Georgia.