Jun 26, 2025  
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Barber, 4-month Certificate

Location(s): Main Campus (Vermilion), Face-to-Face (F2F)


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Alberta’s apprenticeship & industry training Barber certificate covers a wide range of techniques in unisex hair design, with a focus on men’s haircutting, styling, grooming, and shaving. The program takes a fresh new approach to the reemerging barber sector of the hairstyling industry. Students will gain confidence and aptitude while participating in hands-on, real world experiences in Lakeland’s on-campus public clinic.

Admission Requirements:

A minimum of 50% in

  • English 10-2
  • Math 10-3

You will be working in an environment where there is potential exposure to blood or bodily fluids, therefore it is strongly recommended that all your immunizations be kept up to date.

All applicants, regardless of citizenship of country of origin, must meet our English Language Proficiency requirement. Out-of-province applicants or those not meeting the admission and/or program requirements should refer to the Admissions section of the website.

Program Requirments:

There are no program requirements for this program.

Public Clinic/Practicum Requirements:

Students in the Barber certificate will have the opportunity to receive hands-on experience while working in Lakeland College’s on- campus salon. You’ll work with real clients, manage the salon and use professional products. There will be 147 hours of public clinic time within the program.

Graduation Requirements:

Students must complete the requirements listed with a passing grade of 65% to receive a Barber certificate.

Barbering certificate courses are based on Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT) requirements.

 

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