Barber
Cuts that make the grade.
The Bates barber school offers the most comprehensive, hands-on education in the field. Students prepare to become a licensed barber while learning, working and managing the business end of the college’s on-campus barber shop that serves the public. Students learn clipper techniques, barber theory, basic and advanced techniques, styling, razor shaving, and more. In just four quarters, successful graduates will earn a certificate of competency and be prepared to test for the state license.
General Information
Career Advisor: Jason Carroll253-680-7008 | jcarroll@batestech.edu
Location: Downtown Campus Hours: 7:30AM – 4:00PM
Program Length: Three - Four Quarters
- National Median Salary$30,150
- National Potential Annual Job Openings7,200
This information is base on data from June 2021.
At Bates, our tuition is affordable and there are options to help make it even easier to gain an education. Federal aid is available for many of our students. Scholarships are also available through the Bates Foundation.
See if you qualify for other funding through our special funding programs with the Workforce Education office.
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Certificate
BARBER
CIP: 12.0402 EPC: 820
Bates Technical College has the only college barber program in the State of Washington in which students prepare to become licensed barbers while learning in a stand-alone program and working in an on-campus shop that serves the public. Students are evaluated on the performance of each competency of the curriculum to ensure readiness to meet state licensure requirements and enter the profession. Prior to program completion, each student must take and pass a comprehensive written and practical examination that includes theoretical concepts. The program also provides extended learning opportunities for persons previously or currently employed in related professions.
Note: The minimum age for licensure as a barber in the State of Washington is 17 years of age.