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Barbering Assistant I, TCC (BST1)  Technical Certificate of Credit


Campus Locations: Valdosta, High School

The Barbering Assistant I technical certificate of credit introduces courses that prepare students for careers in the field of Barbering. Graduates are employable as a Barbering Apprentices within barber shops. This program will also enable students to enroll into the Barber II technical certificate or Barbering diploma and complete the requirements for their state license.

Program Outcomes: Graduates will demonstrate adherence to safety and sanitation rules crucial in the industry. They will utilize effective interpersonal skills to ensure positive client interactions. Additionally, graduates will proficiently perform basic shampooing techniques and exhibit knowledge of hair, skin, and scalp care. Furthermore, they will demonstrate proficiency in haircutting technology and basic haircutting techniques essential to the profession.

Careers: Barbering Apprentice, Barber

Length of Program: 1 Term

Admission Requirements:

Curriculum Outline (12 hours)
Occupational Courses 12
BARB 1000

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 1022

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 1024

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 1050

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
Faculty
Advisor

Barbering Program Coordinator
Valdosta Campus

Advisor

Barbering Instructor
Valdosta Campus

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Barber Instructor
Valdosta Campus

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