Barbering/Barber

Barbering/Barber programs prepare individuals to shave and trim facial/neck hair and beards, cut and dress hair, fit hairpieces, give facial and scalp massages, apply cosmetic treatments, and to prepare for licensure as professional barbers at various levels. Includes instruction in facial shaving; beard and mustache shaping and trimming; shampooing; hair cutting; hair styles and styling art; facial treatments and massage; chemical applications; hair and scalp anatomy and physiology; hairpiece and toupee fitting; equipment operation; health and safety; customer service; and shop business practices.

Mississippi awards the most Associates degrees in Barbering/Barber of all US states with 13 degrees being granted last year. Students wanting to major in Barbering/Barber can expect about 36% percent of their fellow classmates to be men and 64% percent to be women. The majority students graduating in this field earn a Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years. The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Barbering/Barber is $33,350.