Career Certificate - Barbering

Program Description

The Career Certificate in Barbering prepares students for licensure and employment as a barber upon successfully passing the Florida Barber License Examination. 

The curriculum outline below presents course requirements for full-time enrollment in the program. Part-time enrollment in the program may be possible. This 900-clock-hour program uses a combination of theoretical, simulation, and hands-on instruction. Each student is strongly encouraged to consult an advisor or counselor prior to course registration.

Program Information

Barbering is a 900 clock hour program of study that prepares students for State licensure and employment as a Barber to administer hair designs and hair care. 

Classes begin in fall semester and there are limited spaces available. The Barbering program is offered at the Pensacola campus only. 

Program Admission Requirements

  • Be at least 16 years of age.
  • High School Dual Enrollment students are welcome.
  • No high school completion or equivalent is required.
  • Be accepted to the college and have completed the entire admissions process.

This program is limited access due to equipment and space constraints. 

Program Contact:

Mike Listau

Director, Workforce Education

(850) 484-1014

mlistau@pensacolastate.edu

Certificate Requirements (900 ch)

Term 1

COS 0071CSafety, Sanitation, and Sterilization

270 ch

COS 0161CBarbering I: Theory of Barbering

180 ch

Term 2

COS 0162CBarbering II: Applied Skills and Tactics

225 ch

COS 0072CFlorida Laws and Rules

225 ch

.