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Master Barber, TCC (BA31) Technical Certificate of Credit
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The Barbering program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the field of barbering. Learning opportunities develop academic and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes specialized training in safety, sanitation, hair treatments and manipulations, haircutting techniques, shaving, skin care, reception, sales, and management. The curriculum meets state licensing requirements of the Georgia State Board of Barbering. The program graduate receives a Barbering II certificate and is employable as a barber, salon/shop manager, or a salon/shop owner.
Program Outcomes: Upon completion of the program, students will apply state rules and regulations, barbering professionalism, and management skills. They will perform barbering services with a strong focus on client satisfaction and demonstrate the knowledge and proper use of hair cutting and styling techniques essential in the barbering profession.
Careers: Barber, Salon/Shop Manager, or Salon/Shop Owner upon receiving barbering licensure
Start Terms:
- The Day Barbering program begins each Fall and Spring Semester on the Valdosta Campus.
- The Night Barbering program begins each Fall and Spring Semester on the Valdosta Campus.
Length of Program: 4 Terms
Occupational Courses | 50 |
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BARB 1000Introduction to Barber/Styling Implements
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture -3 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Introduction to Barber/Styling Implements is designed to give an overview of the barbering profession. Students are also taught the fundamentals of each barber/styling implement. Emphasis will be placed on the maintenance and care of each implement. Topics include: Barbering history, personality development, professional barbering ethics, and professional barbering image, safety, and reception and telephone techniques, nomenclature, types and sizes, proper use and care, and maintenance. |
3 |
BARB 1010Sterilization, Sanitation, and Bacteriology
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 3 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Introduces fundamental theories and practices of bacteriology, sterilization, sanitation, safety, and the welfare of the barber/stylist and patron. Topics include: sterilization, sanitation, safety, bacteriology, and Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance. |
3 |
BARB 1022Shampooing
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 1 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 3 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None This course introduces the theory and skills necessary to apply basic haircutting techniques. Safe use of haircutting implements are stressed. The course also introduces the fundamental theory and skills required to shampoo hair. Laboratory training includes shampooing a live model. Topics include patron preparation, haircutting terminology, safety and sanitation, implements, basic haircutting techniques, shampoo chemistry, and shampoo procedures. |
3 |
BARB 1024Basic Haircutting
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 1 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 3 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None This course introduces the theory and skills necessary to apply basic haircutting techniques. Safe use of haircutting implements are stressed. The course also introduces the fundamental theory and skills required to shampoo hair. Laboratory training includes shampooing a live model. Topics include patron preparation, haircutting terminology, safety and sanitation, implements, basic haircutting techniques, shampoo chemistry, and shampoo procedures. |
3 |
BARB 1030Haircutting/Basic Styling
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture -1 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 6 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Continues the theory and application of haircutting techniques and introduces hairstyling. Topics include: introduction to styling, client consultation, head and hair analysis, style cutting techniques, and implements for style cutting and tapering techniques. |
3 |
BARB 1040Shaving
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture -1 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 -3 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Introduces the theory and skills necessary to prepare and shave a patron. Simulated shaving procedures will precede practice on live models. Topics include: patron preparation, beard preparation, shaving techniques, once-over shave techniques, and safety precautions. |
3 |
BARB 1050Science: Anatomy and Physiology
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture -3 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Develops knowledge of the function and care of the scalp, skin, and hair. Emphasis is placed on the function, health, and growth of these areas. Topics include: cells, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system, circulatory system, and related systems. |
3 |
BARB 1060Introduction to Color Theory/Color Application
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture -1 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 3 Pre-requisite(s): COLL 1010 Co-requisite(s): None Introduces the fundamental theory of color, predispositions tests, color selection, and color application. Presents the application of temporary, semi-permanent, and permanent hair coloring products. Topics include: basic color concepts, skin reactions, the color wheel, color selection and application, mustache and beards, coloring products, safety precautions and tests, mixing procedures, color selection and application. |
3 |
BARB 1072Introduction to Chemical Restructuring of Hair
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 1 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 3 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None This course introduces the chemistry and chemical reactions of permanent wave solutions and relaxers. It provide instruction in the application of permanent waves and hair relaxers. Precautions and special problems involved in applying permanent waves and relaxers will be emphasized. Application of perms and relaxers on live models is included. Topics include permanent wave techniques, safety procedures, chemical relaxer techniques, and permanent wave and chemical relaxer, application procedures on manikins, timed permanent wave, timed relaxer applications, safety precautions, and Hazardous Duty Standard Act. |
3 |
BARB 1074Advanced Chemical Restructuring of Hair
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 1 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 3 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None This course builds on the Introduction to Chemical Restructuring of Hair course to address advanced theory and practice relating to the chemistry and chemical reactions of permanent waves and hair relaxers. It provides continuing instruction in the precautions and special problems involved in the application of permanent waves and relaxers. Application of perms and relaxers on live models is included. Topics include permanent wave techniques, safety procedures, chemical relaxer techniques, application procedures on manikins, times permanent wave, timed relaxer applications, and Hazardous Duty Standard Act. |
3 |
BARB 1082Practicum I [2024]
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 0 Lab – 8 Other Lab – 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None This course continues instruction in the theory and application of haircutting and styling techniques. Topics include elevation and design cutting, introduction to hairpieces, blow-dry styling, thermal waving and curling, advanced haircutting and styling; use of clippers, shears, and razor; permanent waving and styling; shaving techniques and beard trimming. |
4 |
BARB 1084Practicum II [2024]
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 0 Lab – 6 Other Lab – 3 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None This course continues instruction in the theory and application of haircutting and styling techniques. Topics include elevation and design cutting, introduction to hairpieces, blow-dry styling, thermal waving and curling, advanced haircutting and styling; use of clippers, shears, and razor; permanent waving and styling; shaving techniques and beard trimming. |
4 |
BARB 1090Facial and Facial Treatments [2024]
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 1 Lab – 6 Other Lab – 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Introduces the theory, procedures, and products used in the care and treatment of the skin, scalp, and hair. Provides instruction on the theory and application of techniques in the treatment of the skin, scalp, and hair; and introduces the theory and skills required in massaging the face, preparing the patron for facial treatment, and giving facial treatments for various skin conditions. Benefits of facial treatments and massage will be emphasized. Emphasis will be placed on work with live models. Topics include: treatment theory, basic corrective hair and scalp treatments, plain facial, products and supplies, disease and disorders, implements, products and supplies, diseases and disorders, corrective hair and scalp treatments, facial procedures and manipulations, and safety precautions, theory of massage, preparation of patron for massage, massage procedures, facial treatment, types of facials, and facial treatment benefits. |
4 |
BARB 1100Live Work Practicum [2024]
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 0 Lab – 6 Other Lab – 3 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Provides experience necessary for professional development and completion of requirements for state licensure. Emphasis will be placed on the display of professional conduct and positive attitudes. The requirements for this course may be met in a laboratory setting. Topics include: haircutting/styling, hairstyling texturizing, shaving, beard trimming, thermal waving, hairpiece fitting and styling, safety precautions, and licensure preparation. |
4 |
BARB 1110Shop Management/Ownership [2024]
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 1 Lab – 6 Other Lab – 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Emphasizes the steps involved in opening and operating a privately owned cosmetology salon or barber/styling shop. Topics include: planning a salon/shop, business management, retailing, public relations, sales skills, client retention, and entrepreneurship. |
4 |
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Barbering Program Coordinator
Valdosta Campus
Barber Instructor
Valdosta Campus
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