The Barber School curriculum was developed by Master Barber Tim Hite, with over 60 years in the industry and training from Vidal Sassoon in Europe. Every skill taught here is tied directly to what clients ask for in a professional barbershop. Here is what students learn throughout the program.
The Barber School teaches the secrets of Master Barber, Tim Hite. He was one of the most experienced Master Barber instructors in the world having spent over 60 years in the industry. At The Barber School, you will be taught the correct principles and skills of the art of barbering. Haircuts and trends will change, but the principles do not, and it is the school’s intention to educate and empower students to be successful for decades to come.
Mr. Hite’s classic methods focus on freehand artistry. The techniques you’ll learn prepare you to cut hair efficiently with outstanding results using time-tested, old-world methods that produce amazing results in a shorter amount of time. Graduates of The Barber School enter the workforce ready to meet the needs of a fast growing profession with confidence and skill.
The Barber School is dedicated to adequately preparing students to pass their State Board Exams in order to complete the steps for licensure. It is the school’s desire that students pass their exam on the first try. Our modern classroom facilities and effective teaching methods create an environment that fosters student learning and exam preparedness. Currently, 98% of our students pass the State Board Exams on the first attempt.
The techniques taught at The Barber School are designed to help students start their journey to becoming successful Master Barbers. The Barber School teaches a wide variety of skills and barber techniques, many of which are listed below.
The techniques taught at The Barber School are designed to help students start their journey to becoming successful Master Barbers. The Barber School teaches a wide variety of skills and barber techniques, many of which are listed below.
Shears and Scissor-Over-Comb
The Barber School empowers each student with the necessary skills to find employment after graduation. Our relationships with barbershops and salons throughout the state give students numerous employment opportunities after graduation.
Every skill in the curriculum is tied to either the written or practical component of the Utah state board exam. Students graduate prepared, not surprised. The school maintains a 98% first-time state board pass rate.