Barbering Schools in District of Columbia

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Award Beauty School – Accredited

26 East Antietam Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740

13017334520
Programs:
Cosmetology, Nail Technology, Barbering
Hair Academy II – Accredited

3705 Branch Avenue
Hillcrest Heights, MD 20748

13018999100
Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics

8435 Old Annapolis Road
New Carrollton, MD 20784

13014592509
Programs:
Cosmetology, Esthetics, Barbering

12450 Parklawn Drive
Rockville, MD 20852

(301) 984-8182
Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics

8736 Arliss Street
Silver Spring, MD 20901

(301) 588-3570
Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology

7351 Assateague Drive
Jessup, MD 20794

Programs:
Cosmetology, Barbering
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Academy Of Professional Barber-Stylists – Accredited

2401 Blueridge Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20902

Bennett Career Institute – Accredited

700 Monroe Street Northeast
Washington, DC 20017

Bladensburg Barber School – Accredited

4810 Annapolis Road
Bladensburg, MD 20710

C.J. Hair School – Accredited

9667 Fairfax Boulevard
Fairfax, VA 22031

Cosmopolitan Beauty and Tech School – Accredited

4201 John Marr Drive
Annandale, VA 22003

Culpeper Cosmetology Training Center – Accredited

311 South East Street
Culpeper, VA 22701

Daydreamers Academy – Accredited

10432 Balls Ford Road
Manassas, VA 20109

Dominican House Of Beauty Academy – Accredited

14404 Jefferson Davis Highway
Woodbridge, VA 22191

Franklins' Family Barber Academy – Accredited

7608 Gardner Park Drive
Gainesville, VA 20155

Genesis Barber Academy – Accredited

1411 Old Bridge Road
Woodbridge, VA 22192

Headz 1st Barber Institute – Accredited

46000 Old Ox Road
Sterling, VA 20166

International Beauty School 4 – Accredited

201 West King Street
Martinsburg, WV 25401

J's Hair Design – Accredited

13895 Hedgewood Drive
Woodbridge, VA 22193

Le Arai Beauty & Barber Academy – Accredited

8630 Lee Highway
Farifax, VA 22031

Mo Better Barber Shop & College – Accredited

14512 Smoketown Road
Woodbridge, VA 22191

Seward's Barber Academy – Accredited

93 Onville Road
Stafford, VA 22556

Sharp Line Cuts Academy – Accredited

44260 Ice Rink Plaza
Ashburn, VA 20147

Spectrum Beauty Academy – Accredited

25 South Quaker Lane
Alexandria, VA 22314

Star Beauty School – Accredited

2263 Valor Drive
Winchester, VA 22601

The Temple – Accredited

22 West Church Street
Frederick, MD 21701

Tower Square Beauty & Barber Academy – Accredited

161 Hillwood Avenue
Falls Church, VA 22046

Wise Cuts Barber School – Accredited

9300 Old Keene Mill Road
Burke, VA 22015
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You must attend a school that meets any licensure requirements as defined by your state. Most states require that you graduate from an accredited or state-approved school.

How to Become a Barber in District of Columbia

District of Columbia Barbering Careers At a Glance
  • 1,500 education hours are required to become licensed.
  • You must renew your license every 2 years.
  • 6 continuing education hours are required to renew your license.
  • The average salary for barbers in Washington DC is $29,230 ($14.05/hour). This is higher than the national average of $30,150 ($14.50/hour).
  • There is a predicted 7% job increase for barbers between 2018-2028 nationally.

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Fortunately, we make it simple for you to compare barber programs and cosmetology school options in your area. Barber school programs can teach you the fundamentals and latest styles for men's cuts, as well as shaving techniques that will keep your clients coming back. All you have to do is use the search box at the top of this page, or scroll down to view a list of schools that want to speak with students like yourself. So what are you waiting for? Learn about barber program and licensing details and start comparing programs today!

State License Requirements

1,500 Education Hours

Required to earn a barbering license

To work as a barber, you must become an expert in men’s hair care and styling. A barber license requires 1,500 hours of training, unless you already have a Washington DC cosmetology license. In that case, you only need 500 additional hours of education. In total, you must pay $230 in fees to earn your license via examination.

Education Details

When you enroll in a DC barbering program, you should have a high level of expectation about learning the art and science of haircutting, grooming and other techniques that fall into this skillset. Being a barber today means more than simple cuts and a basic shave. Men's haircuts sometimes require the same complex approach that women's styles require.

In DC barbering programs, you may take such courses as:

  • Hair relaxing and soft curl
  • Sanitation and safety
  • Shaving
  • Mustache and beard design

License Renewal

2 Years

License renewal period

6 Hours

Continuing education required

Barbering licenses expire on September 30 of odd-numbered years. Washington D.C. requires 6 cosmetology continuing education hours during each renewal period. Two hours must be in sanitation and hygiene, and the other four hours can be in any subject or area of study.

District of Columbia Barbering Careers

$29,230

Average yearly salary for barbering in District of Columbia

Contact the District of Columbia State Board of Barbering

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The nation’s capital has no shortage of experienced barber professionals and that number is expected to rise in the next two years. For those who want to become a part of that esteemed group, these resources are vital.

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