Our Program
The Master Barber Track
A 540-hour, 18-week hands-on barber training program designed to build real skills, real confidence, and a solid career foundation — supporting preparation for NY State barber licensing.
Program Overview
The Master Barber Track is Empire’s flagship program. It covers every skill, technique, and professional standard designed to support your preparation toward the New York State barber licensing pathway.
Training happens in a real barbershop environment — not a simulated classroom. You’ll work with live clients, real tools, and licensed master barbers who give you direct feedback every day.
Hands-On Training That Looks Like the Real Thing
These images reflect the level of precision, cleanliness, and finish students are trained to deliver from day one.
Program Details
Total Hours
540 Clock Hours
Duration
Approx. 18 Weeks
Schedule
Mon–Thu, 8 AM – 5 PM
Hours Per Week
32 Instructional Hours
Class Size
10–15 Students (Max 20)
Instructor Ratio
No Higher Than 20:1
Experience Required
None
Minimum Age
17 Years Old
Credential
Certificate of Completion
What You’ll Learn
Fridays & Saturdays
Fridays and Saturdays are reserved for make-up hours, independent practice, workshops, guest educator sessions, tutoring, and career-readiness activities. These days are not counted as instructional hours unless separately approved — giving you time to review, rest, and retain what you’ve learned during the week.
Ready to See the Program in Person?
Schedule a tour to walk through the training space, meet the team, and ask questions.
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. All tuition, schedule, and program details are subject to change pending final BPSS approval. Required disclosures, enrollment documents, and refund policies will be provided in writing before any enrollment agreement is signed.