Barbering
Barbering
Build your future as a barber—right here in Southeast Texas. Â鶹Æƽâ°æ's Barbering program prepares you for a rewarding career as a barber and stylist, with a course of study designed to meet the licensure requirements set by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. You'll gain hands-on skills in cutting, styling, shaving, and grooming, learning the techniques and professional standards the field depends on every day. Whether you're starting fresh after high school, changing careers, or ready to turn a passion for the craft into a steady paycheck, this program meets you where you are. With small class sizes and dedicated faculty, you'll train on real skills in a supportive setting and prepare to pass your state board exam. Take the first step toward a career you can build close to home.
Top Careers in Barbering
A barbering career puts a real skill in your hands and a steady living within reach. As a barber, you'll specialize in cutting, styling, and grooming hair, mainly for men and boys. Most barbers work in barbershops, using a range of tools and techniques to deliver clean haircuts, sharp beard trims, close shaves, and other grooming services. You'll build expertise in classic and current styles, stay on top of new trends, and guide clients toward the right hair care and styling products for their needs.
The work is hands-on and personal. Every day brings new clients, new conversations, and the satisfaction of sending someone out the door looking and feeling their best. Strong barbers earn loyal customers who come back week after week — and that steady relationship is the foundation of a lasting career.
The pay can grow right along with your skills. In Texas, barbers earn about $30,760 a year. Those just starting out earn around $28,340 a year, while the most experienced barbers with a strong, loyal clientele can earn $80,430 a year or more. As you build your reputation and your customer base, you build your earning power too.
Barbering is also about community. For generations, barbershops have been more than places to get a haircut. They're gathering spots where people connect, swap stories, and catch up on local news. Many shops are family businesses, where skills and traditions pass from one generation to the next. When you become a barber, you step into that role too — a trusted neighbor and a familiar face in your community, right here close to home.
Schedule a Meeting
Dr. Clemon C Malbreau III
Program Director/Coordinator of Barbering and Cosmetology
Barber Instructor Phase 1 & 2
Â鶹Æƽâ°æ
Phone: 409-984-6540
Email: malbreaucc@lamarpa.edu
Dr. Blas A. Canedo-Gonzalez
Chair of Commercial Music, Visual and Performing Arts
Sam and Linda Monroe Performing Arts Center Building, Office 144
Phone: 409-984-6547
Email: canedoba@lamarpa.edu
Program Information
| Course | Title | SCH |
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | ||
| BARB 1404 | Introduction to Barber Styling | 4 |
| BARB 1402 | Barber Styling I | 4 |
| BARB 1442 | Barber Styling II | 4 |
| BARB 2432 | Barber Law and Shop Management I | 4 |
| Second Semester | ||
| BARB 2402 | Barber Styling III | 4 |
| BARB 2431 | Advanced Barber Styling I | 4 |
| BARB 2440 | Preparation for the State Licensing Examination | 4 |
| Total | 28 | |
An Â鶹Æƽâ°æ certificate in Barbering puts a licensed trade in your hands. The program is designed to meet the licensure requirements set by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, so you train with a clear goal: passing your state board exam and stepping into the workforce ready to earn. After completing the program, graduates can:
- Start your career as a licensed barber. You'll graduate prepared to pass both the written and practical state board exams and earn your TDLR license to practice in Texas. From there, you can work in established barbershops, salons, and grooming studios across Southeast Texas and beyond.
- Build on proven, marketable skills. Your training covers proficiency in all barbering skills, plus the sanitary and safety measures that protect you and your clients. You'll also model the professional and ethical behavior that builds trust and brings customers back week after week. These are practical skills employers value and clients depend on.
- Grow through experience and client relationships. As you sharpen your craft, you'll build a loyal customer base — the foundation of a steady, lasting career. Strong relationships turn first-time clients into regulars and open doors to higher earnings and more opportunities.
- Advance into shop management and ownership. With experience, you can step into roles like lead barber or shop manager, or even open your own barbershop. Barbering rewards both skill and dedication with real paths to independence and growth.
With a license in hand and hands-on training behind you, you can finish in about one year, start working close to home, and keep building your skills, clientele, and career on a timeline that fits your goals.
What is the Barbering program at Â鶹Æƽâ°æ?
The Barbering program prepares you for a career as a barber and stylist, right here in Southeast Texas. The course of study is designed to meet the licensure requirements set by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. You'll learn the core techniques of cutting, styling, shaving, and grooming, along with the professional standards the field depends on every day. Whether you're starting fresh after high school or changing careers, this program meets you where you are.
What skills and credentials will I build through this program?
You'll build hands-on skills that lead straight to a licensed trade. Your training covers proficiency in all barbering skills, plus the sanitary and safety measures that protect both you and your clients. You'll also learn to model professional and ethical behavior — the kind that builds trust and keeps customers coming back. By the end, you'll be prepared to pass your state board exam and step into the workforce ready to earn.
What kinds of jobs can I pursue with this degree?
Once licensed, you can work in barbershops, salons, and grooming studios across Southeast Texas and beyond. As a barber, you'll cut, trim, and style hair, shape beards, provide close shaves, and guide clients toward the right hair care products. Many barbers build a loyal customer base over time. With experience, you can grow into roles like lead barber or shop manager, or even open your own shop.
Is this program flexible and supportive for students?
Yes. The program is built with commuters and working students in mind, so you can pursue your goals without putting life on hold. Small class sizes and dedicated faculty mean you get personal attention every step of the way. Â鶹Æƽâ°æ also offers make-up sessions on Fridays, giving you time to complete missed lab and skills assignments before the end of the semester.
How long does it take to complete the program?
You can finish in about one year. The recommended course of study covers introduction to barber styling, barber styling levels, barber law and shop management, advanced styling, and preparation for the state licensing exam. An advisor can help you map a plan that fits your schedule and keeps you on track toward your license.
What licensing do I need to practice barbering in Texas?
You'll need a license issued by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). After completing the program, you'll take both a written barbering exam and a practical, hands-on exam. Once you pass both parts, TDLR issues your license to practice barbering in Texas. Keep in mind that all students must be registered with TDLR by the first day of class.
The Â鶹Æƽâ°æ Advantage
Ready to turn a steady skill into a steady paycheck? Your path to a barbering career starts right here in Southeast Texas. At Â鶹Æƽâ°æ, you train for real work — cutting, styling, shaving, and grooming — with a course of study built to meet the licensure requirements set by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
At Â鶹Æƽâ°æ, you learn by doing. Small class sizes and dedicated faculty mean you get personal attention every step of the way. You'll build proficiency in every barbering skill, master the sanitary and safety standards clients trust, and practice the professional, ethical behavior that keeps customers coming back. Every day is hands-on, preparing you for the work that fills a real chair in a real shop.
You can finish in about one year and walk in ready to pass your state board exam. That means a license in hand and a career within reach — fast, affordable, and close to home. It's practical training for a trade that's always in demand, all at a price that fits your life. Build your future right here in your community.