Barbering
Program Description
The Barbering Program prepares students to become licensed professional barber-stylists. This program teaches a wide variety of skills and topics including, the history of barbering, life skills, professional image, infection control, the basics of chemistry and electricity, properties of the skin hair and scalp, men's facial massage and treatments, nail care and men's and women's haircutting and styling. Emphasis is placed on hygiene, safety, sanitation, and state board rules and regulations. Related areas of instruction include human anatomy, physiology, chemistry, consumer relations, and employability skills.
Barbering Video
Students will participate in work-based learning experience for barbering that occurs during the senior year of the program at which time they receive practical work experience in the barbering industry under the supervision of a licensed Master barber, certificated by the Maryland State Department of Education. Students are expected to pass all courses and take the Maryland State Board Barbering Examination (either 900 hr. or 1200 hr.) prior to graduation.
What high schools offer the program?
Robert D. Stethem Educational Center
When do students apply?
Students apply in 10th grade.