MASTER BARBER/master Hair Design COURSE DESCRIPTION
Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) 39-5011.00
Classification of Instructional Program (CIP) Code 12.0402
The curriculum involves 1000 hours to satisfy Utah state requirements. The course includes extensive instruction and practical experience in razor and scissor cutting, shaving, clipper variations, wet and thermal hairstyling, customer service, personal appearance and hygiene, personal motivation and development, retail skills, client record keeping, business ethics, state laws and regulations, salon-type administration, and job interviewing.
*Graduates are prepared to be an entry level master barber/master hair designer.
This course is taught in English. Textbooks and course materials are only offered in the English language.
MASTER BARBER/master Hair Design COURSE OVERVIEW
Course Hours: 1000 clock hours
The course is divided into pre-clinical classroom instruction and clinic classroom learning experiences.
- Pre-Clinical Classroom Instruction: The first 210 hours are devoted to pre-clinical classroom instruction where Future Professionals develop foundational knowledge and practical skills through classroom workshops, demonstrations, theory instruction, and guided practice. Instruction emphasizes design principles, technical procedures, safety and sanitation, professional conduct, and readiness for supervised services.
- Clinic Classroom Learning Experience: Future Professionals apply classroom learning through supervised practical instruction and guest services. With coaching and guidance from Learning Leaders, they refine technical skills, consultation and communication, guest experience, product recommendations, and professional work habits. Learning continues through mini-classes, feedback, and structured practice.
MASTER BARBER/master Hair Design COURSE OUTLINE
- Core Curriculum: The Core Curriculum introduces the foundational principles and skills of the program through theory instruction, demonstrations, and hands-on practice. Future Professionals build essential technical knowledge, safety and sanitation practices, client care, and professional habits. Learning Leaders monitor progress, and learning is evaluated through written, oral, and practical methods, as applicable. Completing Core successfully prepares students for the next phase of their education, including supervised clinic classroom experiences.
- Protégé Learning Experience: The Protégé Learning Experience supports the transition from Core into the Adaptive Curriculum and clinic classroom learning. Future Professionals continue guided practice, strengthen service readiness, and prepare to apply their skills in supervised guest experiences.
- Clinic Classroom Learning Experience: In the clinic classroom, Future Professionals provide services to guests under Learning Leader supervision. They keep learning and reinforce classroom instruction through coaching, mini-classes, practical worksheets, and progress evaluations. They practice consultations, service planning, technical proficiency, guest communication, sanitation and safety, and professional service habits.
- Classroom Learning Experience: Classroom instruction throughout the program includes cutting, coloring, texture, and barbering techniques, using theory instruction, demonstrations, and practical application. Additional learning opportunities may include retailing, product knowledge, communication, motivation, professional development, and career readiness, facilitated by appropriate school team members or guest artists.
- Adaptive Phase: During the Adaptive phase, Future Professionals expand their knowledge through specialty classroom instruction and progressively challenging practical work. They continue developing technical consistency, problem-solving, guest service, confidence, and professionalism, with feedback and assessments supporting their progress.
- Creative Phase: The Creative phase focuses on refining technical and professional abilities as Future Professionals prepare to enter the industry. They apply artistic judgment, strengthen independence and accountability, and practice the standards of guest experience, teamwork, and professional conduct expected in a salon environment, with continued Learning Leader guidance.
MASTER BARBER/master Hair Design COURSE SUBJECTS
The instructional program of Paul Mitchell The School Provo meets or exceeds the state requirements.
| Subject | Required Objectives Include | Objective Clock Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Overview of Curriculum | 0.5 | |
| History of hair design and barbering | 0.5 | |
| Professional ethics | 1 | |
| Professional associations | 0.5 | |
| Implements, tools, and equipment for master hair design and master barbering | 1 | |
| Analysis of the hair and scalp | Properties of hair including texture, skin, and scalp | 10 |
| Hair types and textures | Cut; Style; and product | 2 |
| Diseases and disorders of the hair or scalp prevention | Bacteriology; sanitation; sterilization; decontamination; and infection control | 20 |
| Personal, client, and shop safety | First aid; disinfection methods and procedures; sterilization methods and procedures; aseptic techniques; sanitary procedures; blood exposure procedures; Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations; safety data sheet; and department of Health and Human Services regulations including Section 26B-7-402 and Rule R392-702; | 24 |
| Basic hairstyling and hair cutting | Draping; clipper variations; scissor cutting; shear cutting; shaving and facial hair design; razor cutting; wet styling and thermal styling; and basic massage of the head, neck, and shoulders | 15 |
| Hair extensions | Tape ins; wefts; keratin tip or “K tip”; application process; cutting and blending; and maintenance and care | 15 |
| Coloring | Draping; the color wheel understanding color theory; color application; permanent color; toning and glossing corrective toning; color correction; filling and replacing lost pigment; virgin application; and low lights | 30 |
| Bleaching | Product understanding; best practices for using bleach; understanding hair texture; compromised hair; chemical breakage; hair porosity and elasticity; virgin application; non-virgin application; color correction; highlights; bleach placement; balayage; and on scalp bleach | 25 |
| Permanent or “perm” waving | Different types of perms; rod sizes; best practices; virgin application; non-virgin application | 15 |
| Chemical relaxers | Hair textures; best practices; compromised hair; maintenance; and product understanding including the effects of formaldehyde, formalin, or methylene glycol | 20 |
| Law and rule | 2 | |
| Business and shop management | Developing a clientele; professional image; professional ethics; professional associations; public relations; and advertising | 30 |
| Legal issues | Malpractice liability; regulatory agencies; and tax laws | 20 |
| Elective topics | 96 |
Minimum Service Counts for the Master Barber/master Hair Design License
| Service Count Category | Minimum Service Count | Service Count Clock Hour | Total Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cutting, clipping, or trimming various styles and hair textures of the head using scissors, shears, clippers, or another appliances | 70 | 1 | 70 |
| Shampooing with scalp treatments | 6 | 0.75 | 4.5 |
| Basic wet styling and blow drying, thermal styling | 50 | 1 | 50 |
| Removing hair from the face or neck using shaving equipment | 30 | 0.5 | 15 |
| Beard and mustache cut and trim | 20 | 0.5 | 10 |
| Wigs and hair pieces for the human head, including cutting, wet styling, fitting, measuring, and forming caps | 4 | 2 | 8 |
| Gently massaging head, neck, and shoulders by manual or mechanical means | shall complete with each service count | time included in each service count | time included in each service count |
| Hair extensions including preparation and application | 10 | 2 | 20 |
| Cutting, trimming, or blending hair extensions using scissors, shears, clippers or another appliance | 10 | 0.5 | 5 |
| Permanent waving | 30 | 2 | 60 |
| Any combination of bleaching, balayage, highlighting, or lightening | 30 | 2.5 | 75 |
| Chemical relaxer which may be done on virgin hair, non-virgin hair, or as a touch-up application | 10 | 2 | 20 |
| Hair coloring to include tinting, toning, glossing, color correction, filling or replacing lost pigment, or low lights. These services may be performed on virgin hair, non-virgin hair, or as a touch-up application | 25 | 2 | 50 |
| Draping | shall complete with each service count | time included in each service count | time included in each service count |
| Client consultation | shall complete with each service count | 0.25 | 73.75 |
| Sanitation, sterilization, decontamination, and infection control | shall complete with each service count | 0.25 | 73.75 |
| Electives based on technology and industry advancements |
|
| 120 |
| Master Barber/Master Hair Design Practical exam review | 1 | 6 | 6 |
*The time included in each service count cannot be accurately determined until the service has been fully completed.
The institution offers employment assistance to help graduates’ efforts to secure education-related employment that includes, but is not limited to training in professionalism, resume’ development, job interview preparation and job search skills.
MASTER BARBER/master Hair Design PROGRAM TESTING AND GRADING PROCEDURE
The following tests and grading procedures are used to assess student learning and mastery of course content in the 1000-hour course:
- Academic theory exams: Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on each assigned theory exam.
- Core written and practical skills evaluation: Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on each written exam and each practical skill exam in order to complete the Core program. The exams are an overview of instruction taught during the Core schedule. All Core written and practical skill exams must be passed with a 70% in order to transition to the Clinic Classroom. If students are unable to pass each exam after two attempts, the student may be asked to withdraw from the program and re-enroll in the next available Core class start date.
- Final exam 1 (approximately 500 hour written test): This test covers an overview of all related cosmetology subjects (e.g., anatomy, chemistry, etc.). Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on all final exams.
- Final exam 2 (approximately 900 hour written test): The written exam covers an overview of all theory instruction, Utah state law, and other items covered on the state cosmetology exam. Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on all final exams.
- Clinic Practical Skill Assessments: Future Professionals progress in practical skill assessments and theory hours will be digitally monitored on a weekly basis by the Future Professional Advisor using the Edular app. All assigned practical skill assessments must be completed in order to complete the program.
MASTER BARBER/master Hair Design INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES AND METHODS
The Master Barber/Master Hair Design 1000 clock hour course is provided through a sequential set of learning steps which address specific tasks necessary for State Board preparation, graduation and job entry level skills. Clinic equipment, implements and products are comparable to those used in the industry. Each student will receive instruction that relates to the performance of useful, creative and productive career oriented activities. The course is presented through well-developed lesson plans that reflect the latest educational methods. Subjects are presented by means of lecture, demonstration, and student participation. Audio-visual aids, guest speakers, field trips, and other related learning methods are used in the course.