Barber-Stylist

Our students will participate in a wide range of studies and activities. Many of these courses are the same as the barbering program, so you will study the history of barbering, state laws and regulations, business and client development, and straight razor shaving.

Barber-stylist courses go beyond those courses, though. We will work on both the theory and the practical skills necessary to work in the barber-styling industry, and cover additional techniques that traditional cosmetologists learn such as hair coloring foils, and even perms. These classes also include other business-related curriculum, including front-end salon management, merchandising techniques, sanitation and sterilization, and safety practices. Through it all, our professionally trained instructors will focus on preparing you for the barber licensing exam, so you can jump right into your new career.

Classes are presented in the form of lectures, theory and practical classes (models, mannequins and audio/visual), and clinical instruction on clients (including mini classes). The school uses the Milady’s Standard Textbook of Barber and follows the State of Idaho Course of Studies for Barber-Stylist curriculum.

Barbering curriculum.

• The history of barbering
• Anatomy & chemistry
• State laws and regulation
• Straight edge shaving
• Clipper-art
• Merchandising techniques
• Sanitation and sterilization
• Safety practices
• State board preparation

Advanced curriculum.

• Hair coloring
• Foil and highlighting
• Perming

Welcome to Boise Barber College a d.Martin Academy. We know you have choices when it comes to your education and we want you to know some of the reasons we think you will LOVE Boise Barber College a d.Martin Academy:

• A business curriculum that can start your career off right!
• A FUN and ENGAGING environment, with all learning based on true principals and up to date techniques and methodologies.
• Instructors who are passionate about their craft. All our instructors are here for YOU! They LOVE what they do and they want to mentor you throughout your entire program.
• Administrators who will go above and beyond for you and your learning experience. They are on-site and available for your questions and suggestions.
• A clean, professional and up to date barber shop environment.
• A support system. Between your instructors, the administration, and your fellow peers.
• A STRONG pass rate for State Board testing.
• Professional, high end products. We want you to have the best tools to learn with.

The only dedicated barber school in Idaho. We are the only 100% barber college in Idaho. At our school, we only teach barbering, which means we have a team dedicated to the art of barbering and can help prepare you with the skills you need to become a professional barber.

Staying on the cutting edge. Our barber-stylist program is an opportunity to continue developing your skills and staying current with the latest in barbering health and safety. Get involved with these classes to expand your skill set with color and chemical applications, and prepare you to sit for the barber-stylist license exam.

A prospective student must be at least 16 ½ years old and provide proof of age with a copy of their birth certificate, a passport, driver’s license or other government issued form of documentation. They must have a high school diploma, GED, its equivalent, or a transcript showing high school completion. (We are required to verify that your proof of education is valid; if documentation is determined to be invalid you will be denied admission to the school.) Boise Barber College a d.Martin Academy does not accept Ability-to-Benefit students. All courses are taught in English.

Transfer/re-entry students. Certified transcripts of hours earned are required, and all transfer students must earn a minimum of 200 hours at Boise Barber College a d.Martin Academy; transfer and re-entry students start in the Freshman Program, with opt-out testing available after review.

This 1,500 hour program can be completed in as little as 40 weeks in our full-time schedule (37.5 hours a week) or 50 weeks in our part-time schedule (30 hours a week).

• Full-time: Monday – Friday 9am-5pm
• Part-time: Monday – Friday 9am-3pm

There is an additional three-day part-time schedule available after four weeks of your Freshman education is completed.

Start dates. We have limited class sizes, so it’s crucial to get started to enroll in the start date that works for you. The school reserves the right to close additional days with posted notice, and change class start dates based on class sizes.

Barber-Stylist costs (catalog revised November 2024).

• Application Fee (non-refundable): $50
• Registration Fee (non-refundable): $550
• Books & Kit Fee (non-refundable): $2,500
• Taxes (books and supplies) (non-refundable): $150
• Tuition: $16,900
• Total Costs: $20,150.00

Payment options. Boise Barber College a d.Martin Academy is a private pay school and offers the following payment options: cash, check, money order, credit card, non-federal funds, or through Federal Student Aid.

• Option 1 – Payment of entire tuition & fees before starting classes.
• Option 2 – Finance directly through the school, with all fees paid before the first day of class AND 12 payments of $500, the first paid on the first day of school and a final balloon payment due prior to receiving the 1,500 hours required to graduate.
• Option 3 – Go with a bank or credit union and make payments to them.
• Option 4 – Government Financial Aid that includes Pell Grants, Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans.
• Option 5 – Veterans Education benefits.

Payment must be made in full 2 weeks after the first start of class or the student may be dropped from the class until payment is received. Other payment arrangements will be given consideration through the Financial Aid Director. Any scholarship given by the school is applied to the final tuition payment and is rescinded if the program is not finished.

Federal financial aid. Financial Aid is available to those who qualify. Boise Barber College a d.Martin Academy is approved by the U.S. Department of Education to provide the Federal Pell Grant Program, Federal Direct Loan Program, and Federal Parent Plus Loan Program. To participate you will need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). Use our school code: 042032.

Veterans. The school’s programs are approved by the Idaho SAA, meaning we can accept all forms of veterans education benefits.

Other charges. Transfer/re-entry students pay $10.56 for every hour needed to complete the program. Extra instructional charges beyond the contracted graduation date are $10.56 per scheduled hour. Students who withdraw or terminate prior to course completion are charged a cancellation or administrative fee of $150.00, and the re-admittance fee is $150.00. Costs of the State Board Examination and State Licensure are the responsibility of the student.

Our professionally trained instructors focus on preparing you for the barber licensing exam, so you can jump right into your new career. Job possibilities for Barber-Stylist graduates include Barber-Stylist, Barber, Platform artist, Educational Consultant, Shop/Salon manager, Shop/Salon Owner and Product representative.

Boise Barber College a d.Martin Academy statistics (school-wide, as published in the catalog):

• 2022: graduate completion rate 85.96%; placement rate of graduates 95.24%; licensure rate of graduates 100%.
• 2021: graduate completion rate 86.11%; placement rate of graduates 90.42%; licensure rate of graduates 100%.
• 2020: graduate completion rate 65.41%; placement rate of graduates 88.62%; licensure rate of graduates 100%.
• 2019: graduate completion rate 72.99%; placement rate of graduates 93.33%; licensure rate of graduates 100%.

Employment assistance. Boise Barber College a d.Martin Academy does not guarantee employment; however, the college maintains contacts in the barber & beauty industries to assist students in job placement. Barber Shop and Salon owners are encouraged to interview our students upon graduation, and per request the college will provide students with lists of local Barber Shops and Salons.

Compensation. New professionals in all programs offered could expect to earn $8-$15 per hour initially with potential growth. The average shop/salon income, including tips is about $30,000-$50,000 per year.

Our facility is conveniently located in the Boise Spectrum Center at the corner of Overland and Cole. The facility is designed with state of the art equipment to be both aesthetically pleasing as well as extremely functional. The school is equipped with hair stations, barber chairs, color room, large classroom, a fully stocked dispense, and state of the art technology. Students can be proud of the work they are creating and the education they are receiving in the friendly yet professional environment.

Real-world experience. Throughout the course you will have the opportunity to develop and expand your talents in a real barbershop environment, providing services to actual clients under the supervision of licensed professionals in our student barber shop.

Student support services.

• The institution provides access to orientation programs prior to the first day of class.
• Students are provided with academic advising and additional assistance, as necessary.
• Information and advice on any available financial assistance is accessible to students.
• The institution has an internal complaint or grievance procedure to consider students complaints.
• The institution posts known job listings for students in the student breakroom.