Class A Barber

The objective of the Class “A” Barber program is to develop, in each student, the basic knowledge and techniques in barbering, hair shaping, shaving and beard trimming, and related services.

The purpose of the Class “A” program is to properly train the students on all aspects of the barber industry, which results in passing the state board examinations and enjoying a rewarding career in the student’s chosen field.

1,000 clock hours of theory and practical curriculum. The course combines 700 core hours of theory and related practice with 300 hours of Class A Barber specialty practice and related theory: shaving with any razor type and razor techniques; mustache and beard care; advanced hair care and men’s haircutting; and related practices, including sanitation, health, and safety.

Length. The approximate time for completion of the full time program is thirty four (34) weeks, and fifty (50) weeks for part time students. Course completion dates are subject to attending 30 hours per week for full time students or 20 hours per week for part time students.

100% state board pass rate. Mystros Barber Academy proudly announces we achieved 100% passing for the Texas State Board exam for 2025 graduates of the Class A Barber program.

Since 2012, on both sides of Houston. Mystros Barber Academy is a barber school serving both the north Houston and Missouri City areas. It is a subsidiary of the International Skills Inc. 501C3 non-profit organization. The school opened in 2012 on the Northside of Houston at 1434 Cypress Creek Parkway, Suite B, in a suite of approximately 4000 square feet; its branch in Missouri City, on the Southside of Houston, opened in 2023 and offers the same courses.

Theory, practical and clinical work. The school is designed to accommodate the best three areas of instruction: Theory, Practical, and Clinical work. All areas are fully equipped with modern barbering stations and equipment to serve the public.

A tradition of excellence. Mystros Barber Academy maintains a tradition of excellence in preparing its undergraduates for creative work in the barber industry. Its curriculum prepares an individual for entry, development, and promotion in the barber field. The school has developed a curriculum that enables each student to reach their full learning potential within the required time while maintaining high educational standards.

Mission. The mission of Mystros Barber Academy is to produce the best-licensed graduates in the field of barbering. The ultimate mission is to ensure that its graduates are prepared to finish school, get licensed, enter the job market, and succeed.

Eligibility. Candidates for enrollment into the Mystros Barber Academy’s programs need a High School Diploma or a GED (or equivalent), and must be a minimum age of 17.

Proof of education. A high school diploma (not from a diploma mill) can be from a foreign school if it is equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma; the recognized equivalent of a high school diploma, such as a general educational development (GED) certificate or other state sanctioned test or diploma-equivalency certificate, or completed homeschooling at the secondary level as defined by state law, also qualify. The institution does not accept “ATB” (ability to benefit) students at this time.

Enrollment schedules. A candidate for enrollment may register at any time. Potential students are encouraged to set up an appointment with the Admissions Department for a tour of the Academy. Classes begin twice each month.

Enrollment agreement. The student must sign an enrollment agreement agreeing to abide by all rules and regulations in effect or which may become effective in the school during any period of enrollment. The student will be eligible to take the State examinations as a Class “A” Barber when he/she has satisfied all monetary obligations to the school and has received a completion certificate or diploma of graduation from the school.

TDLR student permit. All Barber program students are required to submit an application for a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) Student Permit, accompanied by an application fee of $25.00. The school requests that students bring two (2) small pictures, or a school picture will be taken to place on the permit. The application and fee are submitted to TDLR by Mystros Barber Academy.

Transfer students. Mystros Barber Academy abides by the rules and regulations of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) for the transfer of a student from other institutions for the Class “A” Barber program. Each student is considered on an individual basis; a transfer student must be officially dropped from their previous school, and is required to take a written and practical test to determine his/her class placement. All hours are officially kept by TDLR, and it is the responsibility of the transfer student to have their hours from other schools posted and released in the TDLR system. Transfer students are required to complete a minimum of 300 hours in the Class “A” Barber program to receive a certificate from Mystros Barber Academy.

Students with disabilities. Those students with handicaps wishing to pursue training in the field of barbering will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine if they can benefit from the training offered by the school, and if the instructional and physical facilities are accessible to them. The Academy complies with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended in 1991.

Full, part-time and evening schedules. Mystros Barber Academy offers full and part time schedules. Lunch is 1 hour, subject to assignments and instructor direction.

Program length. Class “A” Barber is 1,000 clock hours: approximately 34 weeks (8.5 months) full time and 50 weeks (12.5 months) part time. The maximum time allowed is 1,330 scheduled clock hours: 38 weeks full time or 66 weeks part time.

Start dates. Classes begin twice each month, and a candidate for enrollment may register at any time.

Attendance. All classes begin at 10:00am. If a student arrives more than 15 minutes late, the student cannot clock in for theory class and must wait until that class is over before they can clock in. Academic weeks are defined as actual weeks in attendance excluding holidays, school breaks, and inclement weather days.

2026 school holidays. New Year’s Day; Martin Luther King Holiday; Memorial Day; Juneteenth; Fourth of July; Labor Day; Thanksgiving Holiday (Thursday – Saturday, November 26-28); Christmas Holiday (December 24 – 31). The school may be closed at management’s discretion, for example due to inclement weather or the safety of students.