Barber

TECHNICAL DIPLOMA

Downtown Milwaukee Campus


This program prepares you to work in the barbering profession, in compliance with the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. You will learn shampooing, trimming, cutting and hairstyling techniques, as well as shaving, beard trimming, hair coloring and chemical texture services. The program can be completed in two semesters, and graduates are eligible to take the state board licensing exam.

This program is in compliance with the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, 1400 East Washington Avenue, P.O. Box 8935, Madison, WI 53708; 608-266-2112.

Career Outlook: Employment prospects for licensed barbers are excellent. Many barbers are self-employed, either owning their business or leasing booth space in a salon or barbershop.

Career Pathway: This program is being developed as a pathway. Contact an MATC advisor for information.

Program Code: 31-502-5

Start Dates: August/January

Career Cluster: Human Services
 

Detailed Program Information

Fall 2019 – Spring 2020 Course Requirements (link)
View/print the program card (pdf)