Courses

With a mix of theory and hands-on experience, our courses will expand your barbering knowledge and build your professional skills. We also offer a program just for high school students. Contact us to get started.

Professional Barber Courses

  • The Barber Course curriculum includes theory or academic instruction and practical application. It is designed to train students in the necessary skills to pass the state board exam, gain entry level employment and provide personal services related to cutting, clipping, tapering, trimming, beard trimming, styling, coloring, shaving, facial and scalp massage.

    The knowledge and skills acquired will prepare an individual for work in the industry as a barber, salon/shop owner, and product representative.

    A successful barber should develop a professional appearance, pleasant personality and observe professional ethics.

  • The Barber Instructor Course curriculum includes theory or academic instruction and practical application. It is designed for licensed barbers who wish to become instructors in a barber or beauty school. Students will learn how to create effective and organized lesson plans, different teaching styles and techniques, classroom management skills, and objective grading criteria.

    The knowledge and skills acquired will prepare an individual for work in the industry as an instructor or school manager/owner.

    A successful barber instructor should develop a professional appearance, observe professional ethics, and promote a safe and enthusiastic learning environment.

  • The Barber Refresher Course curriculum includes theory or academic instruction and practical application. It is designed for license practitioners who wish to enhance their skills, gain entry level employment, and provide personal services related to cutting, clipping, tapering, trimming, beard trimming, styling, coloring, shaving, facial and scalp massage.

    The knowledge and skills acquired will prepare an individual for work in the industry as a barber, salon/shop owner, and product representative.

    A successful barber should develop a professional appearance, pleasant personality and observe professional ethics.

  • The Barber Cross-Training Course curriculum includes theory or academic instruction and practical application. It is designed to train students who have completed a Cosmetology course in the necessary skills to pass the Barber state board exam, gain entry level employment and provide personal services related to cutting, clipping, tapering or trimming, beard trimming, styling, coloring, shaving, facial and scalp massage.

    The knowledge and skills acquired will prepare an individual for work in the industry as a barber, salon/shop owner, and product representative.

    A successful barber should develop a professional appearance, pleasant personality and observe professional ethics.

Training for High School Students

We’ve partnered with Kishwaukee Education Consortium (KEC) to offer two exciting opportunities for high school students:

  • Two-year barber program for juniors

  • One-year barber program for seniors

Students attend class at Future Fades Academy during school hours and can receive 1-3 high school credits (depending on program).

While not an alternative to college, professional barber skills can be a beneficial addition to your educational path.

Participating KEC Schools

  • DeKalb High School

  • Sycamore High School

  • Rochelle Township High School

  • Genoa-Kingston High School

  • Hiawatha High School