Barbering Schools in Louisiana

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Bos-Man's Barber College – Accredited

2724 West 70th Street
Shreveport, LA 71108

Celebrity Stylist Beauty Barber School – Accredited

3220 Louisville Avenue
Monroe, LA 71201

Celebrity Stylist Beauty School – Accredited

3138 Louisville Avenue
Monroe, LA 71201

Cloyd's Barber School – Accredited

1311 Winnsboro Road
Monroe, LA 71202

Delgado Community College - City Park Campus

615 City Park Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70119

Delgado Community College - Sidney Collier Site – Accredited

3727 Louisa Street
New Orleans, LA 70126

J's Barber College – Accredited

1207 Center Street
New Iberia, LA 70560

Louisiana Delta Community College

7500 Millhaven Road
Monroe, LA 71203

Moore Career College – Accredited

14141 Airline Highway Building 1 Suite X
Baton Rouge, LA 70817

Northwest Louisiana Technical College – Accredited

9500 Industrial Drive
Minden, LA 71055

Park Place Premier Barber School – Accredited

3024 Gentilly Boulevard
New Orleans, LA 70122

Ray J's College of Hair – Accredited

1726 Wooddale Court
Baton Rouge, LA 70806

VH Barber & Styling Academy – Accredited

1701 Old Minden Road Suite 19
Bossier City, LA 71111
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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.

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How to Become a Barber in Louisiana

Louisiana Barbering Careers At a Glance
  • 1,500 education hours are required to become licensed.
  • You must renew your license every 1 year.
  • 0 continuing education hours are required to renew your license.
  • The average salary for barbers in Louisiana is $30,400 ($14.62/hour). This is higher than the national average of $30,150 ($14.50/hour).
  • There is a predicted 7% job increase between 2016–2026 for barbers nationally.

Few things can make or break a man's appearance like well-trimmed facial hair and a sharp haircut. For this, many men choose to go to a barber rather than a cosmetologist or a hairdresser.

If you want to spend your career primarily working with men and meeting their hair care needs, you can start by looking into barbering schools in Louisiana.

State License Requirements

1,500 Education Hours

Required to earn a barbering license

The field of barbering in Louisiana is overseen by the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology. To receive your barbering license, you must complete a 1,500-hour program and pass a comprehensive barbering exam.

Education Details

In barbering school, you complete a mix of classroom hours and field hours to get a well-rounded education in this specialty field. You may start by learning about the history of barbering, its role in the cosmetology industry, and what services are provided by barbers. From there, you can start exploring the safety and hygiene standards that you must maintain during your career. Once you start getting into practical barbering skills, you can work with mannequin heads and eventually, real customers. You learn the principles of shampooing and conditioning, cutting male hair using scissors and other tools, and maintaining facial hair in various styles and lengths. Many barber shops also offer basic nail care and massage services, so you may touch on these subjects in your education. You should anticipate spending a lot of time behind a barber chair while still a barbering student. In your salon hours, you can build connections with customers and hone your skills.

License Renewal

1 Year

License renewal period

0 Hours

Continuing education required

Louisiana barbers will need to renew their cosmetology license in order to remain in good standing with the state and work legally. Since there isn't an official barber license, we think cosmetology programs are your best bet towards getting the training you need, and meeting the expectations set forth by the Louisiana Board of Cosmetology. You will need to renew your cosmetology license by your birthday every year. The renewal fee is $25. Also, Louisiana does not require barbers or cosmetologists to complete continuing education units between each renewal.

Louisiana Barbering Careers

$30,400

Average yearly salary for barbering in Louisiana

As a barber, your income is based on many factors. The amount of money you bring in may be affected by the area of Louisiana you work in, which services you provide, whether you work in a barber shop or salon, and how much experience you have. The Bureau of Labor Statics reports that the average salary for a Louisiana barber is $30,400 per year (2020). Demand is growing for barbers. This trend may continue as more men start to pay greater attention to their hair care and begin seeking out specialized services for their appearance. Many barbers decide to open their own shops, so you may determine your own job outlook by choosing a good location for your barber shop and marketing your services.

Becoming a barber can give you a unique chance to work with a population that isn't often served by the cosmetology industry. After graduation, you may work in a barber shop. However, some salons also keep barbers on staff in order to meet the needs of their male customers. Working in a barber shop may allow you to enjoy a unique work environment, as barber shops are often smaller and more intimate than salons. Once you do a great job with a customer's hair, you may be able to easily convert them into loyal customers. This allows you to build solid relationships with your customers. Travis Fowler, a successful barber and shop owner, notes that this career is about more than just perfect technique. He says, "It's not just technique. It's about building clientele. There is something special when someone will pass 10 other barber shops to come and see you." Keep in mind that you may have the option or barber shop ownership after you gain some experience in this field. This allows you to cater to a specific type of clientele and build equity in your business. As you expand your business, you may even be able to hire additional barbers and build additional income streams.

Contact the Louisiana State Board of Barbering

Board of Barber Examiners

For Louisiana natives, barbering has become an alluring profession. The state has enjoyed a rich past when it comes to men’s grooming. And others that are looking to take part, begin by researching the following organizations as an origin point.

Louisiana Board Of Cosmetology
UFCW Local 46 Apprenticeship
Cloyd’s Barber School

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