THE OFFICIAL CUTS ACADEMY CURRICULUM
THE OFFICIAL CUTS ACADEMY CURRICULUM
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Hygiene and Sanitation:List Item 1
Sanitation, sterilization, hygiene, lighting and ventilation.
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Related Sciences:List Item 2
Study of the basic sciences including physiology of the hand, arm, head, and face, applying to areas which barber work is done.
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Shaving:List Item 3
Students learn the fundamentals of shaving, positions and strokes and the application of these fundamentals are practiced through preparation of the patron’s face.
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Barber Chemistry:List Item 4
Specialized subject in chemistry of cosmetic products used in the barber field. Includes studying the basic theory of molecular structure, simple organic, chemistry, and the application of various compounds to cold waving, hair relaxers, chemical processing, shampoos, rinses, dyes, and various hair preparations.
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New List Item
Designed for persons interested in managing and owning a salon. Topics included are: local, state and federal regulations, mathematics, accounting and taxes, inventory control, customer relations, salesmanship, advertising, record-keeping, and equipment and time utilization
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Salesmanship and Product Knowledge:
What happens after the appointment? Sales beyond the haircut.
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Hairstyling:
Study in styling hair, shampooing, hair design, scalp massage, curling, brushing and combing, reconditioning hair, thermal pressing, iron curling, and hairpiece fitting and care.
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Haircutting:
Fundamentals in haircutting for both male and female. Important steps for a complete basic haircut. Procedures for cutting hair with clippers, shears, and razors. Manipulative skills are developed in correct methods of razor and scissor hair shaping.
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Shop Deportment:
This course will teach the manner of conducting oneself or behavior in the shop. Also, dramatization of situations, which will come up in a shop, will be discussed. Finally, conversational English for the shop will be reviewed as well as telephone techniques and proper greeting of patrons.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM THE OFFICIAL CUTS ACADEMY CURRICULUM?
Here at The Academy, you’ll complete 1,500 hours of training that includes lessons on professional hair cutting, facial hair grooming, skin care, style trends and business management. By combining high-quality skills training with an understanding of grooming theory, you’ll establish a strong foundation for a successful career.
You can complete Barber School in just 9 months if attending full-time. Part-time students can finish in just 18 months.
For students who are already licensed Cosmetologists, you may have the option to choose a “fast-track” barber curriculum that can be completed in as little as three months. Through this program, students can still qualify to take their Barber license exams.
BARBER SCHOOL REQUIREMENTS
There are only two qualifications you need to meet before enrolling in a barber college.
- You must be at least 16 years of age
- You must have graduated from high school or have an equivalent diploma or degree (unless you are in a program offered by a high school)
A state-issued picture identification such as a drivers license or a state ID is needed. High school graduation or its equivalent can be shown by providing a copy of your diploma, GED (General Education Diploma) or high school transcripts.
