Overview
Offered at the Augusta campus
| Entrance Dates: | Spring |
| Length of Program: | Two Terms |
| Credit Hours Required for Graduation: | 19 |
Program Description: The purpose of the Barbering for Cosmetologists Technical Certificate is to broaden career opportunities for existing cosmetologists by offering them specialized courses that concentrate on barbering practices. This program will allow students who hold a current Master Cosmetology license to receive additional training that will qualify them to take the barbering exam. 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 treatment and manipulations, haircutting techniques, shaving, skin care, reception, sales, and management. High school graduation or GED is required for admission to this program.
Employment Opportunities: Graduates of the Barbering for Cosmetologists certificate will be eligible to obtain the State Board Barbering license that will allow them to work anywhere in the state of Georgia. If graduates are South Carolina residents, the hours may be transferred to the South Carolina State Board allowing them to obtain the South Carolina State Board Barbering license. Employment opportunities include employment as a barber, salon/shop manager, salon/shop owner, product distributor, platform artist, apprentice trainer, industry publications, and film and news studios.