Program Tuition: $6,600
Estimated Program Length: 9 Months
Launch Your Career With The Barber/Stylist Program At Rockledge Institute
Are you ready to turn your passion for style into a professional career? Our Barber/Stylist Program is your first step toward becoming a sought-after creative in the dynamic world of beauty. We provide the comprehensive training and hands-on experience you need to master your craft and excel as a Licensed Professional.
Flexible Hybrid Learning
Master the theory, from color science to business, with flexible online coursework.
Real Salon Experience
Develop your craft with extensive hands-on training on our modern clinic floor.
State Board Ready
Graduate fully prepared to pass the Florida Barbering and Cosmetology board exams.
Flexible Learning for a Creative Life
The Barber/Stylist Program is a 1200 clock hour program, which will provide students with the knowledge and skills required to pass the Florida Barber examination. Students enrolled in this program will learn all skills of the Restricted Barber Program.
Barber/Stylist students will also learn about various chemical services (ie, hair coloring, relaxers, keratin treatments, etc.) Barber/stylists will also learn about skin treatments.
Upon successful completion of the program and passing your state board exam, a wide range of creative career opportunities will be open to you. Our graduates are well-prepared for rewarding positions as professional barbers, hairstylists, color specialists, or even salon managers and owners.
A core part of your training is the extensive hands-on experience you’ll gain working with real clients on our modern, on-campus salon floor, providing a seamless transition from student to professional.
Your Future: A Day in the Life
Ever wonder what a typical day looks like for a Professional Barber/Stylist? It’s a creative, social, and hands-on career where you help people look and feel their best.
Morning (9:00 AM): The day begins by preparing your station, ensuring all your tools are sanitized and organized. You’ll review your appointments and welcome your first client, consulting with them to understand their vision for a new haircut and style.
Midday (12:30 PM): A client has an appointment for a complex color service. You’ll mix custom formulas and apply them with precision and artistry. While the color processes, you might take a walk-in client for a quick beard trim, showcasing your versatility.
Afternoon (3:00 PM): You spend time engaging with clients, building relationships that turn first-time visitors into regulars. Between appointments, you help maintain the salon’s cleanliness, post a picture of your latest haircut on social media, and re-stock your station.
End of Day (5:00 PM): After your last client leaves with a smile, you clean your station, confirm tomorrow’s appointments, and leave with a sense of pride, knowing your creativity and skill brought confidence to people in your community.
