Barber Master Instructor

Our Master Barber Instructor career major is designed to teach the licensed barber the skills to become a barber instructor. The curriculum includes teaching methods, learning philosophies, and professional development. This major prepares you for the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering Master Instructor licensure exam by providing the training and practice you need to become an effective educator for all phases of Barbering. You will study the latest teaching techniques and learning theories while you practice teaching in our on-campus salon and classroom. The Master Barber Instructor career major requires self-discipline, perseverance, and may require extended periods of study time for the student.

Licensure/Certifications

  • Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering Master Instructor Exam*
  • Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering Master Instructor License*

*To obtain the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering Master Instructor license, the student will be responsible for the $10.00 State Board registration fee. The Barber Master instructor exam fee is $50.00. The Barber Master Instructor license fee is $65.00.

At A Glance

Open To

Adults

Campus

Rockwell

Total Hours Required

600

Length

  • Full-time: 3 months of instruction
  • Part-time: 5 months of instruction (Daytime only)
  • Program length may vary based on progress rate and/or summer school attendance.

Times

Daytime classes, two sessions: Monday - Friday

  • 7:55 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
  • 12:30 p.m. to 3:35 p.m.
  • Part-time adults enroll in either the AM or PM session. Full-time adult students enroll in both sessions.

Courses

  • Orientation School policies 18 hours
  • Introduction to Teaching and Curriculum 36 hours
  • Course Outlining and Development 99 hours
  • Board Rules, regulations and statutes 27 hours
  • Teaching-Assisting in the classroom and clinic 45 hours
  • Practice Teaching – classroom and clinic 75 hours

Employment & Outcomes

Salary Range

$10.00 - $13.00

per hour

Pass Rate

New Major

Pass Rate

Employment Opportunities

Graduates of this program are qualified to work for:

Barber schools and cosmetology colleges, educator positions, curriculum development and program management, corporate Education and product training, regulatory roles, own or be a partner in a barber school, salon training director, freelancer, Inspections and Licensing Compliance.

Barbering tools on a wood table