This is a full-time, hands-on program designed to get you career-ready.

You will complete 750 hours of training, typically finished within 5 months. Training is delivered through a combination of classroom learning and practical, hands-on experience to ensure you build both knowledge and confidence.

Students attend on a consistent weekly schedule, allowing for steady skill development and real-world application. Throughout the program, you will gain experience working on mannequins and live clients, preparing you for the pace and expectations of the industry.

Our Barbering program is designed to provide hands-on training in the essential skills of modern barbering, combining foundational techniques with advanced services and real-world experience to prepare you for a successful career in the industry.

Haircutting & Fading
• Classic and modern men’s haircutting techniques
• Precision fades, tapers, blending, and clipper techniques
• One-length, layered, graduated, and customized cuts
• Cutting techniques for different hair types and textures

Beard, Shaving & Facial Services
• Beard trimming, shaping, and facial hair design
• Straight-razor techniques and safety
• Traditional shaving and hot towel services
• Facial treatments and professional skin preparation

Hairstyling & Finishing
• Professional blow-drying and finishing techniques
• Wet styling and thermal styling
• Use of professional styling tools and products
• Creating polished looks based on client preferences

Colour & Lightening
• Hair colouring for virgin and regrowth applications
• Basic colour placement and formulation
• Lightening and toning techniques
• Professional colour application and timing

Hair & Scalp Care
• Hair and scalp analysis
• Shampooing, conditioning, and scalp treatments
• Understanding hair and scalp properties
• Recognizing common hair and scalp conditions

Advanced Training & Industry Skills
• Building speed, efficiency, and confidence through hands-on practice
• Supervised services with real clients
• Client consultations and service customization
• Professional communication and creating a great client experience

Professional & Career Development
• Infection control, sanitation, and safe work practices
• Client communication, consultation, and professional image
• Appointment booking, payments, retailing, and product knowledge
• Business fundamentals, time management, and workplace readiness
• How to build your career and prepare for the barbering industry

PLUS

• Hands-on mannequin training and supervised live client services throughout the program
• Ongoing instructor feedback and practical assessments to help you build confidence and master your skills

750 HOURS | 5 MONTHS | HANDS-ON TRAINING

This program is accredited with Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trades Certification Commission (SATCC).

You will receive a certificate in Barbering. 

Monday 9am-5pm
Tuesday 9am-5pm
Wednesday 9am-5pm
Thursday 11am-7pm
Friday 9am-5pm

Our Barbering Program offers small class sizes and hands-on training, so spots are limited.

Join the waitlist to be first to know when new class dates are released and get first choice of available spots.

Not ready to commit yet?

No problem! Joining the waitlist simply keeps you in the loop and gives you priority when new dates become available.

Barbering is about so much more than working behind a barbershop chair. These are just some of the career paths available to you — there are so many different avenues you can explore as you build your skills, experience, and career in the industry.

Barber or Hairstylist:

• Work in barbershops, salons, or grooming studios providing haircuts, fades, styling, beard grooming, and shaving services.

• Build a loyal clientele while developing your specialty and personal style.

Freelance & Mobile Barber:

• Offer mobile barbering services in clients’ homes, workplaces, hotels, or at events.

• Build your own client base, set your own schedule, and work independently.

Barbershop or Salon Owner:

• Open and manage your own barbershop, salon, or grooming business.

• Create your own brand, build a team, and grow your business.

Specialty Barber:

• Develop a specialty in areas such as precision fades, textured cuts, beard design, straight-razor shaving, or modern men’s grooming.

• Work with clients, events, photoshoots, and other specialty projects.

Bridal, Event & On-Location Grooming:

• Provide men’s grooming and styling services for weddings, graduations, special events, photoshoots, and other occasions.

• Offer on-location services and create customized looks for clients.

Brand Educator & Product Specialist:

• Work with professional barbering and haircare brands as an educator, product specialist, or brand ambassador.

• Demonstrate professional products, educate other professionals, and help clients choose the right products.

Educator & Trainer:

• Continue developing your skills and eventually teach barbering or offer private education and workshops.

• Share your knowledge and techniques with aspiring barbers and industry professionals.

Cruise Ships & Resorts:

• Provide barbering, grooming, and styling services at resorts, spas, or cruise ships.

• Travel while gaining experience and building your career in unique environments.

Film, Television & Entertainment:

• Provide barbering, grooming, and men’s hairstyling for film, television, theatre, photoshoots, and other productions.

• Work behind the scenes creating and maintaining looks for performers and talent.

Social Media & Content Creation:

• Build your own personal brand through social media, tutorials, education, and barbering content.

• Use your skills to grow an online following and attract clients, collaborations, and brand opportunities.

Product & Industry Opportunities:

• Use your barbering knowledge to work with professional haircare and grooming companies.

• Explore opportunities in product education, sales, demonstrations, and industry development.

• High school transcript
• Grade 11 Math — Workplace & Apprenticeship, Foundations, or Pre-Calculus
• Grade 11 Science
• Courses must be standard level (not modified or general)
• Grade 12 is preferred, but not required
• Valid photo ID
• 200-word essay outlining why you want to join the program and your career goals after graduation
• $100 non refundable registration fee

Need help with admission items? Our admissions team is here to help anytime! Contact us. 

Our program is designed to go beyond standard training, offering advanced techniques, very small class sizes, and hands-on learning.

Your training also includes a full professional student kit and access to our online theory program (CIMA), providing everything you need to succeed throughout your course.

Tuition: Coming soon…
Student Kit (includes tools & CIMA program): Coming soon….
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