All American Barber Academy Curriculum

General Objectives

The school's mission will be accomplished through the following performance objectives:

  • Improvement of institutional effectiveness through assessment of student achievement and performance.
  • Employing a faculty of adequate size qualified by preparation, education or experience to carry out the educational objectives of the institution.
  • Maintaining effective methods of organization and administration appropriate to the educational programs offered.
  • Uniformly administering fair and equitable admissions policies.
  • Providing a program of support services including academic advising to students and employment assistance.
  • Offering well-organized courses of study designed to prepare graduates for licensing examinations and employment using both theoretical knowledge and skill development.
  • Maintaining a sound financial condition using qualified financial management.
  • Providing equipment, instructional space and other facilities to meet instructional needs and professional standards for safety and hygiene.
  • Using systematic student evaluation to assist student learning and satisfactory student achievement.

Course Outlines

Barber/Styling - 1200 Clock Hours


Education Objective:

ARIZONA BARBER LICENSE


Course Description:

The course teaches barbering with special emphasis on practical training. Students blend theoretical training and practical training on a daily basis. The theoretical training is conducted in a classroom setting consisting of lecture and demonstration. Practical training takes place in our separate clinic which offers barber services to the public.


Course Goals:

Upon completion of the course, the graduate should possess the required knowledge and skills to pass the Arizona State Board of Barbers examination and gain entry level employment in the barbering profession. In addition to theoretical knowledge, the student shall be able to perform all barbering services including regular haircuts, style haircuts, shaves, facials and advanced design techniques with entry level professional barbering abilities.


Course Format/Instructional Methods:

The course is taught in the English language using a variety of current educational instructional techniques including lecture, demonstration, visual aids, textbook review, practice on live models (under the supervision of licensed instructors) and testing.


Grading:

Theoretical and practical evaluations and tests will be conducted regularly. Grades will be on a point system, with the following scale in effect:

  • 93% - 100% = A (Excellent)
  • 81% - 92% = B (Above Average)
  • 81% - 92% = B (Above Average)
  • 75% - 80% = C (Average/ Satisfactory)
  • 0% - 74% = F (Unsatisfactory/ Failing)

All theory, practical and examination grades are given as numerical with a scale of O - 100 points. A grade of 75% is considered passing in all such situations. Clinic grades, due to the nature of working with the public, are given as satisfactory or unsatisfactory.


1500 Syllabus

Content of Units of Instruction
Subject Hours
Hair Cutting / Hairstyling 750
Hair Coloring/ Permanent Waving 100
Shaving/ Honing/ Stropping 250
Massage/ Facial/ Shampooing 75
Skin and Scalp Diseases 75
Theory Instruction: 250
Health, Sanitation, & Infection Control 50
Sciences - Bacteriology / Biology / Chemistry / Anatomy 50
Histology of the Skin, Hair & Nails 20
Diseases of the Skin, Hair & Glands 25
Barber History 25
Barber Law, State Rules and Regulations 20
Human Relations & Barber Ethics 10
Business Management 10
Career and Employment Techniques 10
Shop Duties 10
Review and Exams 20
TOTAL 1500

Cosmetology Crossover - 350 Clock Hours


Education Objective:

ARIZONA BARBER LICENSE


Course Description:

The course is designed to teach barbering to persons previously licensed as Cosmetologists. Theoretical training is conducted in a classroom setting consisting of lecture and instructor demonstration. Practical training takes place in our Barber School Clinic which offers all Barber Services to the general public.


Course Goals:

Upon completion of the course, the graduate should possess the required knowledge and skills to pass the Arizona State Board of Barbers examination and gain entry level employment in the barbering profession. In addition to theoretical knowledge, the student shall be able to perform all barbering services including regular haircuts, style haircuts, shaves, facials and advanced design techniques with entry level professional barbering abilities.


Course Format/Instructional Methods:

The course is taught in the English language using a variety of current educational instructional techniques including lecture, demonstration, visual aids, textbook review, practice on live models (under the supervision of licensed instructors) and testing.


Grading:

Theoretical and practical evaluations and tests will be conducted regularly. Grades will be on a point system, with the following scale in effect:

  • 93% - 100% = A (Excellent)
  • 81% - 92% = B (Above Average)
  • 81% - 92% = B (Above Average)
  • 75% - 80% = C (Average/ Satisfactory)
  • 0% - 74% = F (Unsatisfactory/ Failing)

All theory, practical and examination grades are given as numerical with a scale of O - 100 points. A grade of 75% is considered passing in all such situations. Clinic grades, due to the nature of working with the public, are given as satisfactory or unsatisfactory.


750 Syllabus

Content of Units of Instruction
Subject Hours
Hair Cutting / Hairstyling 300
Hair Coloring/ Permanent Waving 25
Shaving/ Honing/ Stropping 250
Massage/ Facial/ Shampooing 25
Skin and Scalp Diseases 25
Theory Instruction: 125
Health, Sanitation, & Infection Control 20
Sciences - Bacteriology / Biology / Chemistry / Anatomy 15
Histology of the Skin, Hair & Nails 10
Diseases of the Skin, Hair & Glands 10
Barber History 10
Barber Law, State Rules and Regulations 10
Human Relations & Barber Ethics 10
Business Management 10
Career and Employment Techniques 10
Shop Duties 10
Review and Exams 10
TOTAL 750

Program Outcomes

Upon completing the courses, the student should be able to:

  • Understand the importance of a professional image and how these skills relate to success.
  • Understand the importance of and comply with the rules for infection control.
  • Discuss the different types of disinfectants, their uses, and demonstrate how to safely sanitize and disinfect various tools and surfaces.
  • Name and describe the structures associated with the hair.
  • List the factors that should be considered in a hair analysis.
  • Discuss the different types of hair loss, their causes, and options for treatment.
  • Recognize hair and scalp disorders.
  • Demonstrate proper shampooing and conditioning procedures.
  • Recognize disorders or diseases of the scalp and hair.
  • Understand product knowledge use and safety.
  • Demonstrate basic haircuts and be able to choose which techniques and tools are required.
  • Apply the basic haircutting techniques to accomplish more advanced stylles.
  • Demonstrate shaving with a straight razor.
  • Demonstrate the ability to handle tools and implements properly.
  • Explain the physical and chemical actions that take place during chemical texture services and demonstrate the proper procedures.
  • Define terms relating to skin disorders and discuss which disorders may be handled in the school/shop and which should be referred to a physician.
  • Identify and apply business and marketing strategies to be successful in the shop.
  • Describe the various types of shop ownership and operations procedures.
  • Explain the importance of and demonstrate the ability to sell retail products to promote client satisfaction and shop success.
  • Understand General Laws, Rules, and Regulation of Arizona State Board of Barbers.