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. Students are required to complete at least 1500 hours in the Barbering Program. Once students have completed all coursework and laboratory hours, they are eligible to sit for the state licensure examination through IDFPR. Students must be licensed by the State of Illinois in order to practice Barbering.

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.