About Program

TOTAL HOURS (1500): Theory — 320 Practical — 1180

201 KAU 14:090 School Curriculum Section 19, states that “all students shall receive not less than 1500 hours practice work and scientific.”

The Milady’s Textbook of Professional Barber-Styling is our textbook. It contains 23 chapters that thoroughly cover’s the above-required curriculum (Chapter 20 is omitted by the State Barber Board).

We will also be using the workbook and the exam review book that accompanies the text.

The following U.S. Department of Labor Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Codes and occupational titles are disclosed pursuant to U.S. Department of Education:

Occupational Title: Barber

SOC Code — 39-5011.00 | O*Net Link — www.onetonline.org/link/summary/39-5011.00

Occupational Title: Barber Instructor

SOC Code — 25-1194.00 | O*Net Link — www.onetonline.org/link/summary/25-1194.00

Occupational Title: Barbershop Owner

SOC Code — 39-1021.00 | O*Net Link — www.onetonline.org/link/summary/39-1021.00

Barbering Profession

Hair care has been an important profession since the beginning of time. Throughout 
history, a great deal of effort has gone into acquiring a fashionable hairstyle or a perfectly trimmed beard. Although styles change from year to year, the Barber’s task remains the same to make an attractive change in a person’s appearance. Barbers shampoo, cut and style hair, and advise patrons on how to properly care for their hair. Frequently, they straighten or texturize a patron’s hair to keep the style in shape. Barbers may also lighten or darken the color of the hair at the patron’s request. Barbers may give, face shaves, and bread trim and design, as well as scalp and facial treatments; and clean and style hairpieces.

Barbers keep their work area clean and sanitize their haircutting tools and implements.
Those who operate their own salons also have managerial duties, which include hiring and 
supervising workers, keeping records, and ordering supplies and the list goes on and on.

Working Conditions

Barbers work in a clean, pleasant environment, with good lighting and comfortable 
temperatures. Their work can be tiring and physically demanding because they must be on their feet for long hours at a time and work with their hands at shoulder level. Barbers also work with sharp implements (razors) and a small amount of chemicals. Many full-time
barbers work more than 40 hours a week, including evenings and weekends when barbershops are busiest.

Training (licensure requirements)

Although all states require barbers to be licensed, the qualifications necessary to obtain a
license vary. Generally, a person must have graduated from a state-licensed barber school, pass a physical examination, and be at least 17 1/2 years old. In addition, states have varying educational requirements while others require graduation from high school. In some states, completion of an apprentice-training program can substitute for graduation from a barber school, but very few barbers learn their skills in this way. Barber instruction is offered in both public and private vocational schools, in either day- time or evening classes. A day-time program usually takes 9 1/2 months to 1 year to complete.

Both public and private programs include classroom study, demonstrations, and practical
work Most schools provide students with the necessary hairstyling implements, such as clippers, combs, scissors, and razors, are included in the cost. A professional set of implements range between, $500.00 – $1500.00. Freshman students practice on mannequins and or each other. Once students have gained some experience, students perform their skill on patrons in school clinic. Most schools have added unisex hairstyling as part of the teaching curriculum.

After graduating from a barber program, students take state licensing examinations. The
examinations consist of a written exam and a practical exam. These exams allow applicants to demonstrate their theoretical knowledge and practical skill to provide the required services.

After taking the practical test, and some states have reciprocity agreements that allow a barber license out of one state to be valid in another without re-examination.

For many young people, barbering serves as an entry point to the world of work. The field is
also characterized by a pattern of movement from family responsibilities into the labor force-when employment and earnings are attractive enough-and back to the home again. In fact, most entrants into this occupation come from outside the labor force-from homemaking and school in roughly equal numbers.

Persons wanting to become barbers must have finger dexterity and a sense of form and
artistry. They should enjoy dealing with the public and be willing and able to follow patrons’
instructions. Because hairstyles are constantly changing, barbers must keep abreast of the latest fashions and barber techniques. Business skills are important for those who plan to operate their own salons. Many schools help their students find jobs. Advancement usually is in the form of higher earnings as barbers gain experience and build a steady clientele, but many manage large salons or open their own after several years of experience. Some teach in barber schools or use their knowledge and skill to demonstrate cutting on platform. Others become demonstrators, manufacturer representatives, research assistants, and trade technicians or technical supervisors. Other possibilities include state board members, state board examiners, and educational directors.

Employment

Most barbers are employed in personal care services establishments, such as barber shops, beauty salons, day and resort spas. Others were employed in nursing and other residential care homes. Nearly every town has a barbershop or beauty salon, but employment in this occupation is concentrated in the most populous cities and States. About 44% of all barbers, cosmetologists, and other personal appearance workers are self-employed. Many of these workers own their own salon, but a growing number of the self- employed lease booth space or a chair from the salon’s owner. In this case, workers provide their own supplies, and are responsible for paying their own taxes and benefits. They may pay a monthly or weekly fee to the salon owner, who is responsible for utilities and maintenance of the building. If you opt to work for a shop, the employer is looking for someone who is reliable, dependable, on time and demonstrates a strong work ethic. The employer may have other requirements set forth for you to meet as well.

Conduct and Termination Policies

1. Each student is required to wear a smock attire must be clean and presentable at all times.
2. No bare midriff is allowed. No unacceptable clothing. This will be determined at the sole discretion of TRI-STATE BARBER COLLEGE staff. No hats or head covering of any kind while on the clinic floor
3. Each student is required to be on time. Class starts at 8:00 a.m. Students need to be in school and prepared to begin by 8:00 a.m. 8:15 a.m. is considered late. Habitual lateness will result in a meeting with owners and possible suspension of student’s attendance from TRI-STATE BARBER COLLEGE.
4. It is the student’s responsibility to punch in and out with the time clock each day. If the student does not punch in and /or out the student may not receive credit for that time.
5. Each student is required to bring with them each day the kit that is given to them the first day of school failure to bring the kit or other items necessary for training will result in being sent home for the day and the day will count as an unexcused absence. TRI-STATE BARBER COLLEGE is in no way responsible or liable for any of the student’s personal kit, equipment or personal property.
6. No foul language or disrespectful language directed towards a teacher, fellow student, or customer will be tolerated. If foul or disrespectful language is heard the student will be given a verbal warning. After the second verbal warning the student will be asked to leave for the remainder of the school day and will not receive credit for the remaining hours for that day.
7. If a student is going to be absent a phone call must be made to the school in the morning by 8:00 a.m. If a student is absent for three or more consecutive days due to an illness a doctor’s note is required and must be handed in on the day of return. Failure to do so will result in an unexcused absence until a doctor’s note is presented. Students can only work into lunch if they are involved with a client .An abbreviated lunch break can be taken. Working through lunch does not allow a student to leave early.
8. Cellular phones and pagers are not permitted to be used during class hours or while practical’s are in session. Students may use cell phones during their breaks.
9. Only local phone calls can be made from the school phone, and students must get a teacher’s permission first. No personal calls are allowed during the school day.
10. A teacher will help administer all chemical solutions for application by students.
11. Assault or threats of any kind to any teacher, student, customer or staff member of any kind will not be tolerated and will result in automatic expulsion.
12. Stealing from the school, teacher, student, customer or any staff member will not be tolerated and will result in automatic expulsion
13. Contracted hours, FULL TIME or PART TIME can only be changed by TRI-STATE BARBER COLLEGE owners upon receipt and review of a written application by the student. New contract is then bound by the same rules and obligations of original contract.
14. LEAVE OF ABSENCE POLICY: In the event of an extended illness or personal issues, etc., a student may request – in advance – a leave of absence, unless circumstances prevented the student from do so in advance (i.e., car accident). The school may grant the LOA who did not provide the request prior to the LOA due to unforeseen circumstances. The information will be documented in the student file and all pertinent information relevant to the leave will be gathered at a later date should the student return. The beginning date of the LOA would be determined by the institution to be the first date the student was unable to attend due to the accident or unforeseen circumstance. The student will not be assessed additional charges as a result of the LOA. A leave of absence may be granted for a minimum of 2 weeks to a maximum of 180 days in any 12-month period. The contract end date will be extended out the same amount of days as the leave and changes to the contract must be initialed by all parties. A student who meets these criteria is not considered to have withdrawn and no refund calculation is required at that time.

Schedule of Fees

Barbering 1,500 Hours – Kentucky

Tuition — 10,500.00
Registration Fee — 115.00
Tool Kit — 1,750.00
Books — 265.00

Total Cost — 12,780.00

Payment Plan

The student must agree to pay the application fee, books and tool kit the first day of instruction.

A monthly payment schedule will be determined and detailed on the school contract so that all fees will be satisfied prior to graduation. If a scheduled payment is not paid by the 10^th of the month, the student will be suspended until all late payments are up to date. If additional hours of instruction are required after the ending date, a fee of $10.00 per hour will be assessed for each day over. All textbooks, educational material and tool kits once received by the student are not returnable and become the property of the student. Students will be billed for these items. Cash, check, money order or credit cards are accepted as a method of payment.

2019 School Outcome Rates

Completion Rate — 71.43%

Licensure Rate — 89.89%

Placement Rate — 90%

Licensing and Accrediting Agencies

Tri-State Barber College is licensed by the Kentucky Board of Barbering, 9114 Leesgate Rd., Suite 6, Louisville, KY. 40222, Telephone 502-429-7148. The school is seeking accreditation with NACCAS, 4401 Ford Ave., Suite 1300, Alexandria, Virginia 22302.

Telephone 703-600-7600.

Administrative Staff and Faculty

Carol Blackburn – School Owner/Director/Instructor

Bethany Blackburn – Secretary/Financial Aid Officer