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PROFESSIONAL BARBER TRAINING COURSE
A Solid Foundation
Our nationally accredited barbering program provides students with instruction in modern barber theory and hands-on practical skills training. Students will receive business management and customer service training in order to further distinguish them from their industry peers. Graduates of our program will possess a diverse skill set and business acumen that will open up many new potential career opportunities in the barbering and hair care industries.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
BARBERING
PROGRAM NAME
Program Length: 1,500 Clock Hours
DAYTIME CLASS
FULL TIME COURSE
Course Length: 43 Weeks
Weekly Course Schedule: 35 Clock Hours
Daily Class Length: 7 Clock Hours
Daily Class Schedule: 9:00am - 4:30pm, Tuesday - Saturday
MORNING CLASS
PART TIME COURSE
Course Length: 75 Weeks
Weekly Course Schedule: 20 Clock Hours
Daily Class Length: 4 Clock Hours
Daily Class Schedule: 9:00am - 1:00pm, Tuesday - Saturday
EVENING CLASS
PART TIME COURSE
Course Length: 75 Weeks
Weekly Course Schedule: 20 Clock Hours
Daily Class Length: 5 Clock Hours
Daily Class Schedule: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Tuesday - Friday
INSTRUCTORS
FACULTY
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Campus Director: Rashun Garris
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Practical Clinic Supervisor: Antonio Rivers
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Classroom Instructor: Antoine Gathers
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Program Coordinator: Keith Hale
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Program Coordinator: Jaszmine Dowling
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Program Coordinator: Pertina Reid
TEXTBOOKS
TRAINING MATERIAL
Textbook: Milady Standard Barbering Textbook 6th ed (E-Book)- Printed Access Card ISBN-13: 9781337298902
Workbook: Milady Standard Barbering Student Workbook - ISBN 1305100662
Exam Review: Milady Standard Barbering Exam Review - ISBN 1305100670
OBJECTIVES
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Professionalism: Students will utilize ethical business practices when conducting business and act with a sense of personal integrity. Students will dress professionally in accordance with modern industry standards.
Business Acumen: Students will use sound judgement and exercise fiscal discipline to make informed business decisions.
Critical Thinking: Students will be able to make decisions based upon logic, reason, and thorough analysis.
Communication Skills: Students will be able to communicate with clients, peers, and other professionals using the correct industry terminology.
Practical Skills: Students will be able to demonstrate mastery of the practical hands-on skills utilized by industry professionals.
CURRICULUM
PROGRAM OUTLINE
Our program curriculum is approved by the SC Board of Barber Examiners, the state licensing agency, for use in approved barber training programs. The weblink where this information can be found is as follows: http://www.llr.state.sc.us/POL/Barber/index.asp?file=pub.htm.
Hygiene & Good Grooming = 45 Clock Hours
a. Hair
b. Nails
c. Skin
d. PostureProfessional Ethics = 30 Clock Hours
a. Ethical Conduct
b. Proper AttitudeBacteriology, Sterilization & Sanitation = 35 Clock Hours
a. Types of Bacteria
b. Methods of SterilizationImplements = 8 Clock Hours
a. Introduction & Proper UseShaving = 10 Clock Hours
a. Fundamentals & PreparationMen’s Haircutting = 450 Clock Hours
a. Fundamentals
b. Implements
c. Preparation
d. Tapered Cuts
e. Clipper Cuts
f. Clipper Techniques
g. Shear-over-comb
h. Thinning
i. Facial Types
j. Modern TrendsCutting & Styling Curly/Over-Curly Hair = 150 Clock Hours
a. Hair Structure
b. Special Problems
c. Cutting TechniquesMustaches & Beards = 15 Clock Hours
a. Designs
b. Cutting TechniquesShampooing & Rinsing = 50 Clock Hours
a. Methods
b. Positions
c. Shampoo TypesHair & Scalp Treatment = 35 Clock Hours
a. Recommended Treatments
b. Massage MethodsFacial Treatment = 15 Clock Hours
a. Massage Theory
b. Benefits & Results
c. Procedures & NervesRazor Haircutting = 45 Clock Hours
a. Men & Women
b. Principles
c. Types of Razors
d. Safety ProtocolHair Waving & Curling = 50 Clock Hours
a. Blow Drying
b. Curling Iron TechniquesPermanent Waving = 150 Clock Hours
a. Men & Waving
b. Types of Perms
c. Sectioning & Blocking
d. Special Problems
e. AftercareMen’s Hairpieces = 25 Clock Hours
a. Fitting
b. Types of Hairpieces
c. ServiceDisorders of the Skin, Scalp & Hair = 35 Clock Hours
a. Diseases
b. TreatmentAnatomy & Physiology = 10 Clock Hours
Shop Management = 35 Clock Hours
Retailing = 35 Clock Hours
Licensing Laws = 5 Clock Hours
History of Barbering = 5 Clock Hours
Orientation & Introduction of School Staff/Policy = 5 Clock Hours
Honing & Stropping = 8 Clock Hours
Chemical Hair Relaxing = 40 Clock Hours
a. Introduction
b. Chemical Processing
c. Safety PrecautionsHair Coloring = 90 Clock Hours
a. Temporary
b. Permanent
c. Semi-Permanent
d. Application & LighteningElectricity & Light Therapy = 5 Clock Hours
a. Usage
b. PrecautionsChemistry = 90 Clock Hours
a. Product Knowledge
b. Organic & Inorganic Chemistry
c. Hair & Skin Chemical ReactionsTesting = 24 Clock Hours
Total Training Hours = 1,500 Clock Hours
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GRADUATION
PROGRAM COMPLETION
​Top of the Line Barber College will grant a diploma of graduation when students meet the following requirements:
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Attendance: Complete the 1500 clock hour course within the maximum time frame allowed according to school policy.
Academic: Pass all written & practical evaluations with a minimum score of 70%.
Practical: Students must make an attempt to complete all practical assignments given by the instructor.
Administrative: Complete an exit interview with a school official in order to receive his/her transcript.
Testing: Complete a test application with 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.
Financial: Student must resolve all financial obligations to the school.
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Certificate Awarded
Upon graduation, students will receive a diploma certifying that he/she has successfully graduated from Top of the Line Barber College and does not imply that the student has been licensed. The SC Board of Barber Examiners issues all barber licenses. As such, students will receive their professional license upon successful completion of both components of the licensing examination.
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INSTITUTIONAL OUTCOMES
PROGRAM STATISTICS
​School officials are required to maintain detailed records of the school’s outcome statistics. The outcome statistics tracked are completion/graduation rate, licensure rate & placement rate. The following performance statistics are based upon the last 3 years 2019, 2020 and 2021 academic years (January 1 - December 31). This means that school officials used records of students enrolled during this time period to calculate the school’s performance in several areas.
2021 Institutional Outcomes Disclosure
Total Students in 2021 Cohort = 19
Graduation Cohort: 13/19
Graduation Rate: 68.40%
NACCAS Standard: 50.00%
Outcome: NACCAS Standard Met
Placement Cohort: 11/13
Placement Rate: 84.60%
NACCAS Standard: 60.00%
Outcome: NACCAS Standard Met
Licensure Cohort: 5/6
Licensure Rate: 83.30%
NACCAS Standard: 70.00%
Outcome: NACCAS Standard Met
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2020 Institutional Outcomes Disclosure
The 2020 Institutional Outcomes rates will be published after November 30, 2021, once the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences ('NACCAS') has approved our 2020 Annual Report. This webpage will be revised to reflect the approved outcome rates.
Graduation Rate: TBD - The National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences ('NACCAS'), has not reviewed/approved this institution’s graduation rate. The graduation rate will be published, and this section will be updated upon NACCAS’ approval.
Placement Rate: TBD - The National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences ('NACCAS'), has not reviewed/approved this institution’s placement rate. The placement rate will be published, and this section will be updated upon NACCAS’ approval.
Certification Rate: TBD - The National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences ('NACCAS'), has not reviewed/approved this institution’s certification rate. The certification rate will be published, and this section will be updated upon NACCAS’ approval.
2019 Institutional Outcomes Disclosure
Total Students in 2019 Cohort = 19
Graduation Cohort: 13/19
Graduation Rate: 68.40%
NACCAS Standard: 50.00%
Outcome: NACCAS Standard Met
Placement Cohort: 11/13
Placement Rate: 84.60%
NACCAS Standard: 60.00%
Outcome: NACCAS Standard Met
Licensure Cohort: 5/6
Licensure Rate: 83.30%
NACCAS Standard: 70.00%
Outcome: NACCAS Standard Met
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