Overview
San Jacinto College designed the Cosmetology, Barber AAS Degree program (60 college credits/700 cosmetology and 300 barber contact hours) to provide technical and practical instruction covering the art of cosmetology and barbering to include shaving, clipper cutting, men’s grooming, and men’s facials. The educational goal of the cosmetology, barbering course of study is to prepare for the Class A Barber state licensing examination and for profitable employment as a barber. Students who successfully complete the Cosmetology, Barber AAS Degree curriculum are qualified to sit for the examination given by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Earning Potential
Barber: $41,5581
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Source: texaswages.com, median annual salary, Gulf Coast region, 2023
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Information
Helping other people look and feel their best is one of the most fulfilling career paths you can take. A career in cosmetology plus barbering gives you this kind of satisfaction. There is no better way to enter the field than at San Jacinto College. Our programs give you the training you need to become licensed by the state as a Class A Barber. Look around the city and you will see no shortage of businesses offering these services, and new ones open almost daily. You could work anywhere in barber establishments and follow your dream to open your own business.
The San Jacinto College Cosmetology, Barber AAS Degree program:
- Is designed to prepare students with the technical skills and theoretical knowledge required for an entry-level position in the cosmetology, barber profession;
- Offers students the opportunity to complete the 1,000 hours of required training to be eligible to take the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Class A Barber examination; and
- Prepares students to be barbers, establishment owners and more.
Admission
In accordance with Texas House Bill 1508, the College informs all students in this program who may have a criminal background that a criminal history could keep graduates from being licensed by the state of Texas. Students with any questions about their background and licensure may speak with the Department Chair.
For more information about requirements, students may visit the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR): https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/cosmet/cosmet.htm.
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Plan of Study
| First Term | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| CSME 1410 | Introduction to Haircutting and Related Theory | 4 |
| CSME 1354 | Artistry of Hair Design I | 3 |
| CSME 1405 | Fundamentals of Cosmetology | 4 |
| CSME 2401 | Principles of Hair Coloring and Related Theory | 4 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Second Term | ||
| CSME 1244 | Introduction to Salon Development | 2 |
| CSME 2439 | Advanced Hair Design | 4 |
| BARB 2541 | Advanced Barber Styling II | 5 |
| BARB 2432 | Barber Law and Shop Management I | 4 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Summer Year One Term | ||
| CSME 1355 | Artistry of Hair Design II | 3 |
| CSME 2410 | Advanced Haircutting and Related Theory | 4 |
| CSME 2443 or CSME 1464 | Salon Development or Practicum (or Field Experience) | 4 |
| CSME 1452 | Orientation to Hairweaving/Braiding | 4 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Third Term | ||
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| MATH 1314 or MATH 1332 | College Algebra or Contemporary Mathematics (Quantitative Reasoning) | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Speech Communication | ||
| Public Speaking | ||
| Interpersonal Communication | ||
| Business and Professional Speech | ||
| Language, Philosophy and Culture (Humanities) or Creative Arts (Fine Arts) | 3 | |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
Capstone Experience: BARB 2432 Barber Law and Shop Management I
Verification of Workplace Competencies; Eligible for the credentialing exam – Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Barber Examination