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Barbering · 540 instructional hours · 10 course units

Barber training built
to develop precision.

The course-unit titles, predominant focus codes, and hours below mirror the BPSS-30 curriculum application. One instructional hour equals 60 minutes.

01

Orientation, Professional Development, History and Career Readiness

Course/unit focus: T (Theory)

20 hours
02

Sanitation, Safety, Infection Control and Workplace Protection

Course/unit focus: T (Theory)

32 hours
03

Tools, Equipment, Implements and Maintenance

Course/unit focus: S (Skill)

8 hours
04

Haircutting Fundamentals, Service Preparation and Basic Styling + Sanitation

Course/unit focus: S (Skill)

112 hours
05

Fades, Tapers, Advanced Cutting, Texture and Design Principles + Sanitation

Course/unit focus: S (Skill)

112 hours
06

Shaving, Beard, Facial Hair Design, Facial Treatment + Sanitation

Course/unit focus: S (Skill)

112 hours
07

Hair, Scalp, Skin, Anatomy, Disorders and Basic Science

Course/unit focus: T (Theory)

50 hours
08

Client Services, Consultation, Draping, Shampoo and Product Knowledge

Course/unit focus: S (Skill)

14 hours
09

Business, Barber Shop Operations, Career Planning and Branding

Course/unit focus: T (Theory)

40 hours
10

State Board Preparation, Mock Practical, Mock Written Final Remediation

Course/unit focus: S (Skill)

40 hours
Total instructional hours540 hours

How the curriculum builds

Foundation first. Skill development next. Professional readiness throughout.

01

Foundation

Orientation, professionalism, sanitation, tool safety, service setup, and beginner haircutting establish the habits that protect clients and support progress.

02

Skill development

Students advance through haircutting, fading, tapering, shaving, beard design, hair and scalp care, consultation, and service workflow.

03

Readiness

Business education, mock exams, practical review, professional timing, and final assessment support preparation for the licensing path and the workplace.

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Licensing Disclosure: Empire Barber & Beauty Training Center is currently completing the New York State Education Department (NYSED) Bureau of Proprietary School Supervision (BPSS) licensing process. Enrollment is not open until all required state approvals are obtained. Program details remain subject to final approval and official enrollment documents.