Barbering Certification Program

The Hair Inc. Academy Barbering Certification Program is government-recognized and designed to launch your career in the fast-growing world of barbering. In just 4.5 months, you’ll gain the technical skills, creative techniques, and business knowledge you need to start working as a professional barber.

Cutting-Edge Learning Tools

At HIA, your education goes beyond the classroom. Through Pivot Point, our industry-leading digital platform, you’ll enjoy seamless access to your own personalized learning path, complete with:

• On-demand videos

• Interactive tutorials

• Practice exams

• Step-by-step technique guides

Learn anytime, anywhere, and reinforce your skills at your own pace. This modern approach ensures you’re always connected to your training, even outside of campus.
Learn more about Pivot Point’s Fundamentals here.

Schedules That Fit Your Life

We understand that every student’s lifestyle is unique. That’s why we offer a flexible part-time option of 32 hours per week for our barbering program. Whether you’re:

• Working part-time

• Balancing family commitments

• Gaining real-world experience in a barbershop or salon

…you can seamlessly combine work, life, and learning. At HIA, your education adapts to you — not the other way around.

Real Barbershop Experience

From your first day, you’ll be training in a fully equipped on-campus barbershop, with access to a colour room and professional retail center. You’ll serve real clients, develop your technical skills, and refine your customer service expertise in a professional environment.

We also provide:

• Hands-on work placements in the industry

• Guest artist presentations from top professionals

• Industry insights to keep you ahead of trends

By graduation, you’ll leave with not only the skills but also the confidence to thrive in today’s competitive barbering market.

Your Career Possibilities

An HIA barbering education opens the door to an exciting range of careers, including:

• Barber

• Stylist

• Barber Shop Manager

• Image Consultant

• Product Educator

• Film/Theatre/TV Barber or Stylist

• Cosmetology Instructor

• Barbershop or Salon Owner

• Platform Artist

Your future in the industry starts here.-WHAT YOU’LL LEARN-

THEORY

• Infection, Prevention, and Control

  1. Anatomy

  2. Skin

  3. Tools and Equipment

  4. Treatment of Hair and Scalp

  5. Barbershop Business

CUTTING

Basic to advanced hair Sculpting, Fade, Clipper work, Scalp massage

HOT SHAVES

Facial massage and basic hot shave

STYLING

Special occasion styling, Blow drying, Basic styling

FACIAL HAIR

Facial hair , Facial treatment and massage

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Business Plan Development, Social Media Branding, Salon Management, Professional Image, Client Retention, Marketing

-SCHEDULE-

32-HOUR PROGRAM:

Tuesday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm

8 hours a day of in-class lectures, hands on learning and inspirational motivating.

30 min. lunch break

Start Date: January 13th 2026 End Date: May 29th 2026 ( now open for registration)

Start Date: March 17th 2026 End Date: July 30th 2026 ( now open for registration)

Start Date: May 19th 2026 End Date: September 30th 2026 ( now open for registration)

Total Technical Training: 525 Hours

Barbershop Work Experience: up to 80 Hours

-INVESTMENT-

Tuition: $6,700.00

Digital books/Supplies/Tools: $2,925.00 (GST INCLUDED)

Registration Fee: $150.00

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Total: $9,775.00 (GST included)

*Hair Inc. Academy offers FREE PARKING