Program Overview

The barbering program provides students with instruction in written barber theory and hands-on practical skills training. Additionally, students will receive instruction in the business management tools necessary to properly monetize their barbering skills. Successful graduates of the barbering program will be prepared to obtain licensure and seek out gainful employment as a registered barber or master hair care specialist.

1. Professionalism: Students will utilize ethical business practices when conducting business and act with a sense of personal integrity. Students will learn to dress and present themselves in a professional manner.
    

2. Business Acumen: Students will learn the business management skills necessary to monetize the theory and practical skills they will acquire while enrolled.
    

3. Critical Thinking: Students will be able to apply the analytical skills obtained in class to solve problems that arise and to make style suggestions to clients.
    

4. Communication Skills: Students will learn and begin to communicate using the proper terminology utilized by industry professionals. Additionally, students will receive instruction in effective personal communication to improve relationships with clients, vendors, and other business professionals.
    

5. Practical Skills: Students will acquire the fundamental practical barbering and hair care skills as a foundation upon which to build their future prosperous careers.  Students will receive training in the current barbering techniques being utilized in the industry. Students will be able to utilize practical skills to successfully obtain licensure.

The barbering program, as approved by the SC Dept. of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation, is composed of 1,500 clock hours of training.  The program is offered as a full-time or part-time class.

• Course Length:  1,500 Clock Hours

• Full Time Class Length:  43 Weeks| 35 Clock Hours per Week

• Part Time Class Length:  75 Weeks| 20 Clock Hours per Week

The barbering course is divided into three (3) class sections; full time, part time AM, part time PM.

• Full Time Class:  9:00am – 4:30pm, Tuesday – Saturday

• Part Time Morning Class:  9:00am – 1:00pm, Tuesday – Saturday

• Part Time Evening Class:  5:00pm – 10:00pm, Tuesday – Friday

Senior Instructor:                Anthony Gibson| mr.gibson_101@yahoo.com
Instructor:                            Robert Gathers| a.gathers@topofthelinebarbercollege.edu
Program Coordinator:        Pertina Reid| preid@topofthelinebarbercollege.edu
Program Coordinator:        Cynthia Roper| croper@topofthelinebarbercollege.edu

Instruction is divided between written barber theory and practical skills training. Barbering concepts are introduced in barber theory classes. This is done through a combination of lectures, reading assignments, and instructor demonstrations utilizing specifically chosen live subjects.
 

The practical lab is where students are given the opportunity for hands-on practice of the barbering concepts introduced in barber theory classes. Mannequins are utilized for practice in most cases; however, in some cases students will be given the opportunity to recruit a live subject to practice certain techniques (e.g., shaving, chemical services).
 

Once a student has demonstrated mastery of the barber theory concepts and the practical hands-on applications, then they are eligible to begin practicing on live clients in the practical clinic.

1. Milady Standard Barbering Textbook 6th ed - ISBN 1305100557
   (E-Book)- Printed Access Card ISBN-13: 9781337298902

2. Milady Standard Barbering Student Workbook - ISBN 1305100662

The curriculum utilized by school officials has been approved by the SC Board of Barber Examiners, the state licensing and regulatory agency, for use in approved barber training programs. The curriculum has been divided into two (2) separate and distinct licensure tracks; Registered Barber & Master Hair Care Specialist.  Please select the link below to access the program curriculum that most interests you.

SC Board of Barber Examiners - https://llr.sc.gov/bar/pub.aspx

Top of the Line Barber College will grant a diploma of graduation when students meet the following requirements:

1. Complete the 1500 clock hour course within the maximum time frame allowed according to school policy.

2. Pass all written & practical evaluations with a minimum score of 70%.

3. Students must make an attempt to complete all practical assignments given by the instructor.

4. Complete an exit interview with a school official in order to receive his/her transcript.

5. Complete a test application with a school official and submit the testing fees and required documentation. Students will receive notification from the SC Board of Barber Examiners confirming their test date.

6. Students must resolve all financial obligations to the school.