Description
Key Objectives:
- Master barbering techniques, including hair cutting, shaving, and styling.
- Gain an in-depth understanding of hair and skin anatomy, as well as sanitation and safety protocols.
- Learn Texas barbering laws, barbershop management, and customer service skills.
- Develop expertise in advanced techniques like hair coloring, straightening, and facial treatments.
Admission Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years old, or 17 years old with parental consent.
- Hold a valid photo ID and social security card.
- Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- For instructor courses, possess an active cosmetology, barber, manicure, or esthetics license with at least 1 year of salon experience.
- Minimum scores: Reading, Math, and Language at a 7th-grade level (acceptable TABE scores).
- Dallas Career Academy reserves the right to refuse admission for reasons not protected under state or federal law.
- Students enrolled at the academy cannot concurrently participate in other cosmetology or barbering courses.
Career Opportunities:
Graduates may pursue roles such as:
- Licensed Cosmetologist
- Hairstylist
- Makeup Artist
- Nail Technician
- Salon Owner