Class A Barber

The Class A Barber Program consists of 1,000 hours of instruction. The course includes a combination of theory classes, practical mannequin work, and actual hands on clientele practice. The program will ensure that basic skills to more advanced skills are gained, as individuals proceed through the course. The course also ensures that students are also trained and prepared in State Board licensing applications and evaluations.

1,000 clock hours. 30 Weeks Full-Time, 34 Hours per Week; 50 Weeks Part-Time, 20 Hours per Week. The Class “A” Barber curriculum totals 130 theory hours and 870 practical hours.

Learn the following. Cutting, Styling, Shaving, Shampooing, Sanitizing, + Much More.

Texas licensing. To be eligible for a Class A Barber Certificate, an applicant must submit the completed application on a department-approved form, pass the applicable examination, and pay the required fee. A student enrolled in a 1,000-hour program is eligible to take the written examination when the department receives proof of completion of 900 hours. All department examinations consist of a written and practical part; a passing grade of 70 on each part is needed, and examinees must pass the written examination before being eligible to take the practical examination.

Houston Barber School was founded in January, 2015. The first classes were taught at the Rankin Rd. location on January 13, 2015. Since that time, Houston Barber School has graduated hundreds of students.

Real clients. All services are conducted on real clients. We see the value of putting you in a real world situation where professionalism, high-quality services, and the ability to communicate are the benchmark for success.

From enrollment to alumni. Students who attend Houston Barber School receive the top notch service from your first day of enrollment, through graduation, and even as an Alumni.

The Humble campus. The 3,349 square foot facility includes 29 workstations with chairs, mirrors, extra lighting, and four shampoo stations that are shared by two students. The work area is designed to ensure students have a designated station to conduct practical applications of functions of a barber using appropriate supplies and equipment consistent with professional standards of safety and hygiene. A fully equipped classroom containing tables and chairs to accommodate students is used for lectures. It also contains a whiteboard and 40” screen for instructors to show videos and share presentations with students.

Why Houston Barber School? At Houston Barber School, we are focused on providing the best educational services with the highest levels of customer satisfaction & we will do everything we can to meet your expectations. We not only learn together, We grow together as a family. We help each other achieve our goals in life.

For admission to Houston Barber School, applicants for all programs must be 16 years of age or older and have a high school diploma or the equivalent.

Proof of education. Provide a copy of the high school diploma, transcript or the equivalent (i.e., GED), or have a home school certificate/transcript from a home study program equivalent to high school level that is recognized by the student's home state. Houston Barber School only accepts standard, verifiable high school diplomas. Should an enrolling student provide a foreign high school diploma, Houston Barber School will work with the student to obtain an English translation along with confirmation that the education received is equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma. This documentation must come from an outside agency and the prospective student is responsible for paying all fees associated with translation and verification, as well as ensuring that the results are submitted to Houston Barber School.

Documents. Provide two identical 2" X 2" pictures - one of which is kept in the student permit book and one of which is attached to the student permit displayed at the work station. Provide a copy of a government issued photo ID and Social Security Card (if applicable).

Campus tour and Catalog. As a part of the admissions policy, all prospective students tour the campus selected for enrollment. Houston Barber School provides the Catalog to prospective students in electronic format via email. Additionally, it is shared in hard-copy during the enrollment appointment, prior to signing the enrollment agreement.

Students with disabilities. Students with disabilities, including intellectual disabilities are considered for admission provided they meet the entrance requirements. Special accommodation requests must be made in writing and documented by a physician. The director is responsible for accepting students and determining whether applicants, including those with disabilities, can benefit from the training.

Transfer students. Houston Barber School accepts clock hours from students who have successfully completed clock hours of the following: Institutions licensed by TDLR; Out-of-state licensed institutions ONLY when a transcript has been submitted, evaluated and transferrable clock hours identified and approved by TDLR. The length of the program will be reduced by the number of clock hours transferred in and the tuition adjusted accordingly, based on per clock hour charges. Credit for clock hours completed at this institution may or may not be accepted for transfer to another institution.

Program length. 1,000 Clock Hours: 30 Weeks Full-Time, 34 Hours per Week; 50 Weeks Part-Time, 20 Hours per Week (effective May 1st, 2020).

School hours. Regular hours Tuesday through Friday are 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Saturday hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Timely arrival and clock hour completion are requirements of a professional. Students must clock in upon arrival and clock out upon leaving the school.

Academic year and evaluations. The Class A Barber Program academic year is 900 clock hours/26 weeks. Students are evaluated for Satisfactory Academic Progress at 450 and 900 clock hours, based on actual hours.

Maximum time frame. The maximum time allowed, which does not exceed 143% of the program length, is 42 weeks (1,430 scheduled hours) full time and 71.5 weeks (1,430 scheduled hours) part time. Students who do not complete the program within the maximum time frame are terminated from the school.

Grace period. The contract term listed on the Enrollment Agreement includes a three-week grace period beyond the expected graduation date wherein students are not subject to additional charges. This grace period is meant to cover absences for illness or unexpected school closures. Any scheduled hours missed due to absence, tardiness, or early departures will result in extended program time, increased tuition costs, or termination from the program.