May 01, 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

Strongly Recommended:

  • Hepatitis B: Series of three doses must be started before registration
  • Hepatitis B Titre: Done 1-6 months after the third does of the Hepatits B vaccine.

Out-of-province applicants or those not meeting the admission requirements should refer to the Admissions section of the website.

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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