Barbering/Barber

The Barbering/Barber program at Community College of Allegheny County is a one- to two-year certificate offered by this public institution in Pittsburgh, PA. Within the cosmetology and barbering field (CIP 12.0402), the program provides students with training in haircutting techniques, shaving, scalp treatments, sanitation practices, and Pennsylvania State Board examination preparation.

Community College of Allegheny County also offers a variety of programs across health, technology, and engineering fields. Related programs at the school include Occupational Therapist Assistant, Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, Computer Support Specialist, Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians, and Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician. Students in the Barbering/Barber certificate program can expect a combination of theoretical coursework and hands-on practical hours in a supervised salon or barbershop environment.