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Master Barber

Where Fades Meet Your Personal Flare

Adult Costs

$2500.00

Program Length

21 Months

Next Start Date

11/3/2025

Application Period

May 1st - June 30th

Location

Main Campus

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Shape confidence, one sharp line and smooth shave at a time.

Step into a career where artistry meets entrepreneurship. Learn in-demand barbering skills—from sharp fades to smooth shaves—and gain the real-world business know-how to launch and grow your success, all in one powerful program.

Avg. Salary

$29k

for ĢƵ Grads

Career Growth

3.10%

by 2032 in Utah

Day in the Life

Your day starts with the buzz of clippers and the scent of aftershave. You transform looks and confidence—crafting crisp fades, perfecting beard lines, and mastering smooth straight-razor shaves. Between consultations and styling tips, you build your clientele one great conversation at a time. It’s artistry, precision, and the satisfaction of sending someone out looking and feeling sharper than ever.

Career Skills You'll Learn:

Men’s Haircutting

Learn various types of haircutting, layering with shears and razor, clipper cutting, and fading.

Facial Shaves and Beard Trims

Learn methods to take care of clients’ facial hair, including fall face shaves, beard cuts, and lineups.

Men’s Hairstyling

Learn to create the latest men’s hairstyles and teach clients how to style at home.

General Sciences

Understand and identify various skin and scalp disorders, practice proper sanitation, and learn the safe use of tools and implements.

History of Barbering

Learn the history and evolution of barbering, professional ethics, and effective client communication.

Scalp Treatments

Understand the benefits of scalp health and prescribe the right products to clients.

Potential Career Paths

Mobile Barber

Provide haircutting, styling, and grooming services to clients in their homes, offices, or other locations, rather than a traditional barbershop.

Barbershop Owner

Manage all aspects of a barbering business, including operations, staff, customer service, finances, and marketing.

Barber Product Sales Representative

Promote and sell hair care products and tools to barbershops, salons, and other beauty professionals.

Franchise Manager

Oversee the operations of a barbershop franchise, ensuring adherence to company standards and driving business growth.

ĢƵ Partners who hire our Master Barber graduates

Program Overview

The Master Barber program is designed to prepare students for employment in a salon or barber shop. Students in this program develop communication, professional behavior, and the care skills of working in a salon business. Students work with guests in a well-equipped salon and perform these skills with the newest techniques, products, and equipment in the industry. They learn to communicate with customers, analyze hair, perform the duties of hair cutting, shaving, and facial hair design.

This program includes 1,000 clock time hours of instruction as required by the State of Utah for licensure. Upon completing the program, students are prepared to take the National Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology/Barbering Licensure examination required for licensure.

Classroom Hours
Day: M-F 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Eve: M-Th 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Enrollment open to
Adults, High school students

Credit transfer options
Available to view here

Tuition & Cost

Estimated Adult Tuition and Fees
$2500.00

Estimated Materials Cost
$1,234.25

Financial Aid Eligibility
Scholarship: Yes
VA: Yes
Pell Grant: Yes

Program Materials

MaterialRequiredNew
Barbering Apron/ Smock$35.00
Barbering Kit$861.00
Milady Milady Standard Barbering Textbook package and CIMA access card. 6th. Edition. cengage, 2017. ISBN: 9780357993927$338.25
Subtotal of Required Materials$1,234.25
AmountItem
Amount
Brushes/Combs
28in Flat Top Comb White
37.25in Barber Comb Black
28in Flat Top Comb Black
6D52 Styling 1 Comb
1Elite Ceramic Rnd Brsh 1.75
1Vent Brush
2Andis Clipper Comb Blk
2Andis Clipper Comb Wht
Cutlery
1Select one: Right Handed: Aspen 6.5in 33t Barber Thinner Left Handed: Aspen 6.5in 33t Left Thinner
1Select one: Right Handed: Aspen 6.5in 33t Barber Thinner Left Handed: Aspen 6.5in 33t Left Thinner
1Fromm 4pc Zip Tool Case Black Empty
1Fromm Shaper Blades 10pk
1Shaper W/1 Blade E.A. 107
Face/Body
1Shoulder Bag Black
Hair Accessories/Apparel
14.5in Gator Clips 6pk
Mens Grooming
1Dorco Prime Blds 10 Pk
1Classic Straight Razor Black
Mannequins/Hair
1Aiden 16-18 100% Humanhr Brn
1Aiden Beard 16-18 100%Hh B
Salon Essentials
1Handle Mirror Black 11 X7.5
1Spray Bottle 16oz Print
1Denham Neck Duster #78
6Marvy Classy Cloth Clip 1 Ea
Salon Apparel
1Kids Hairstyling Cape 29×41
1All Purpose Cape Blk 44×58
1Hairstyling Cape Blk 44×58
Styling Appliances
1Andis Master Clipper
1Fromm Hair Dryer Gloss
12 Magnetic Comb Set Sm 5 Pc
1Andis Brush Blade Cleaning B
15 Star Shaver Shaper
15-Star Detailer Trimmer
1Magic Cordless Clipper

This program has no admission requirements. You may start your admissions application anytime.

Enrollment for the Barbering program will open only during designated application periods throughout the year. If you are interested in enrolling in the program, please review the application periods and admission information to ensure a smooth application process.

11/3/2025
  • Complete 1,000 clock hours.
  • Perform barbering services on mannequins and public guests.
  • Communicate effectively with salon guests and coworkers.
  • Demonstrate communication through electronic, verbal, and written formats.
  • Prepare for state board licensure examinations and licensing by the State of Utah.
  • Understand the history of barbering, science of barbering, and overview of the curriculum.
  • Demonstrate proper disinfection and sterilization procedures.
  • Perform essential business management functions, including developing a clientele, maintaining a professional image, developing professional associations, fostering positive public relations, and advertising.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the legal issues surrounding barbering, including malpractice liability, regulatory agencies, and tax laws.
  • Describe diseases and disorders of the hair and scalp, including bacteriology, sanitation, sterilization, decontamination, and infection control.
  • Demonstrate appropriate first aid.
  • Define and explain the importance of anatomy and physiology, and histology of the barbering profession.
  • Perform an analysis of and explain the properties of the hair and scalp.
  • Explain the importance of chemistry for barbering.
  • Demonstrate the safe use and maintenance of implements, tools, and equipment used in barbering.
  • Perform basic hairstyling and haircutting, including draping, clipper variation, scissor cutting, and wet and thermal styling.
  • Perform shaving, razor cutting, mustache, and beard design.
Course NumberCourse NameCreditsCost
TECS 1005Design Basics3300
TECS 1020Barbering Basics2200
TECS 1031Chemical Services Basics3300
TECS 2901Clinical I3300
TECS 2911Professional Skills2200
TECS 2912Clinical II3300
TECS 2922Clinical III3300
TECS 2931Clinical IV3300
TECS 2943Clinical V3300
  • After completing the program, you’ll need to pass the National-Interstate Council (NIC) theory and practical examinations.
  • To apply for state licensure, you’ll also need a valid U.S. Social Security Number and a government-issued ID.
  • A criminal conviction may delay or prevent you from getting licensed. Charges from the last 7 years will show up.
  • Visit for full licensing rules.
Fred Martinez

Fred Martinez has been a licensed barber for 40 years and has been with ĢƵ for over 18 years. Fred is over the Master Barber program. He instructs various techniques in barbering, men’s haircuts, facial shaves, etc.

Office Hours
M-Th 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
F 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Location
Cosmetology Building 

fred.martinez@otech.edu

801-395-3796