Barber

Offered in Denver and Provo Locations.

The beauty industry is ever-evolving, and the need for skilled barbers is as high as ever. That’s why so many beauty schools are offering enticing programs to help train the next wave of talent. Whether you’re fresh out of school or looking for a second career, enrolling in a barber school is a smart choice. At Inspire Greatness Aveda Institutes, we provide an extensive barber curriculum at our Denver, CO, and Provo, UT, campuses to help you take the first step toward this gratifying career.

The Skills You’ll Learn in Our Barber School

Our barber program is designed to go beyond the basics. You’ll learn all the techniques you’ll need to succeed in the business plus the knowledge required to market your brand. Our courses were developed by one of our Aveda Purefessional Barbers, and they take place in both the classroom and student salon settings, allowing our students to get a textbook understanding along with hands-on training.

As a barbering student, you’ll learn all the essential skills you’ll need on the job, including:

• Haircutting and styling
• Clipper cutting
• Straight-razor shaves
• Razor fades and head shaving
• Beard grooming and face shaving
• Hair color and chemical texture techniques (Denver campus only)
• Money by Qnity (career and financial planning)
• Business building
• Social media and marketing
• Well-being and self-care

Why Choose a Barbering Career?

Barber schools present a unique opportunity. As the men’s grooming industry continues to rise in popularity, demand for barbers will increase. Because of this, the job market for barbers and hairstylists is expected to expand. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there will be an average of nearly 90,000 openings for barbers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists each year from 2022 to 2032. This means you’ll experience security, stability, and the ability to look for a job virtually anywhere you want.

Places where barbers might find work include:

• Barbershops
• Unisex salons
• Spas and resorts
• Retail environments
• Entertainment industry
• Cruise ships

Barbers can even consider becoming barber school instructors themselves, taking on freelance and event work, helping companies develop products, or working in personal care services. This flexibility is not the only reason so many people are turning toward this profession, however.

Barbering allows you to tap into your creativity and keeps you up-to-date with the most stylish trends and techniques. It also opens the door for you to rent a chair in a salon, start a mobile business, or open your own shop one day. Lastly, barbers help their clients feel good about how they look. You’ll feel pride knowing you’re helping people look and feel their best.

The Aveda Institutes Difference

Aside from developing valuable on-the-job skills, when you enroll at Inspire Greatness Aveda Institutes, you’ll receive a professional-grade student kit that provides the tools you’ll need to practice your craft. Not only will this kit help you at school, but you’ll get to take it with you after you graduate.

Our outstanding instructors help our students understand the concepts and techniques they must master before heading into the working world. We also let our students work with high-end Aveda products and provide them with practical training on real customers in our student salon. Our schedules are flexible, meaning you can fit your education around your schedule.

Please Note: The number of hours required for licensure varies by state (1,500 at our Denver campus and 1,000 at our Provo campus). Transfer hours are reviewed at our Denver campus and accepted or denied on a case-by-case basis.

How to Get Started in Our Barbering Program

Inspire Greatness Aveda Institutes is a global brand, which means graduating from our programs gives you a leg up. If you’re interested in enrolling, you’ll first need to meet with our Dream Makers. They will walk you through the admission process and answer any questions you have.

If money is a concern, we have a financial aid team to help you find out whether you’re qualified. Our financial assistance options include scholarships, student loans, federal aid, and more.