Barbering involves not only executing a precise haircut, but also performing any number of techniques to the face, scalp, beard and mustache. Barbers trim, cut, shape and taper hair using scissors, razors, clippers and combs. They also often provide facial hair maintenance, custom shaves and a number of grooming services, such as coloring hair, applying hair tonics and permanent waving. They massage the face and scalp and treat hair with oils, creams, lotions or other preparations either by hand or mechanical appliance.

Admission

Before signing up for Wake Tech's Barbering program, you must attend an online information session to learn about registration fees, admission requirements, books, kits, uniforms and the program schedule.

All information sessions are scheduled from 12 to 1 p.m.

• No information sessions are currently scheduled.

Email William Graham at [email protected] to reserve your spot for an online information session. Include your preferred date, time and the best email address where you can be reached. A link will be emailed to you before the information session begins.

Check the website on the day you are planning to attend, as times and dates are subject to change.

Financial assistance available

Don't have enough money to pay for a course? Right now, Wake Tech's Propel program offers scholarships that cover the cost of registration, fees, books, course-specific supplies and credentialing exams.

The Propel scholarship application is closed while existing applications are being processed.

• One-year program (1,728 hours). Day and evening classes are offered. 
• Classes are held at Wake Tech's Public Safety Education Campus.
• After a minimum of one year of on-the-job training, the student is eligible to take the Registered Barber License examination.