The Associate in Applied Science of Barbering Degree offers students hands on training in the art, skill, and science used in the barbering business. This includes the design of hair, facial shaving, chemical services for hair, installation of temporary hair pieces, salon operations, and barber license review. The program meets the standards of the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) in total hours, teaching staff, equipment, facilities, libraries, and course content.
The AAS in Barbering will give students the critical thinking skills and educational background to advance in the field of barbering.
A.A.S. Degree
The AAS in Barbering will give students the critical thinking skills and educational background to advance in the field of barbering.
Certificate Program
The Barber Technician Certificate offers students hands on training in the art, skill, and science used in the barbering business and barber license review.
IDFPR Approved
The Barber College curriculum meets the academic requirements to sit for the State of Illinois Barber license examination through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). The Barber program is required to be accredited through IDFPR. The college has created a curriculum that is inclusive of the IDFPR requirements outlined in section 1175.330, Barber Curriculum Requirements. The college will seek accreditation when the Barber College facility is completed and ready for inspection by the IDFPR.
National Certification
Students are required to complete a specific number of hours in the Barber College. Once students have completed all coursework and laboratory hours, they are ready to sit for the licensure examination through the IDFPR. Students must be licensed in order to practice Barbering in Illinois.
Inquiry Form
If you have questions about the Barbering Program at SSC that weren’t answered above, fill out this form and someone will get in touch with you.
Lucas Gunby
Program Coordinator