Florida Barber Academy

In the School's Words

*Please be aware that even though the campus is closed due to COVID, we are still enrolling students for Distance Learning!*

Bilingual Classes Available!!

Well-versed in the latest beauty industry techniques and its trends. Students are also provided running a salon/spa, and costumer care techniques. All Florida Barber Academy graduates are prepared to become licensed professionals.

We are focused on being well-versed in the all the latest beauty trends and techniques, and offer students a first-hand experience on running their own salon, spa, or shop. We effectively implement the best customer services techniques and standards. The foundation of our training prepares our graduates for life of success in the beauty industry.

Our goal has always been to prepare students in the beauty industry. We strive to provide our students with the industry best classrooms and equipment. Florida Barber Academy is dedicated to each student's professional growth and development from registration day, all the way, until graduation day and becoming an integral part of their professional community.

Professional Facilities

We offer our students a well-equipped facility with a dedicated support of all certified faculty. Our campus is suited with spacious classrooms, media room, lecture room, student lounge, and much more. We have a dedicated student services department that will guide each student through each phase of their program and offer workshop and seminars with guest speakers and industry professionals.

Beauty Education

Our students are given the choice of six different programs at Florida Barber Academy:

Barber/Stylist Program

Provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair, trimming beards, or giving shaves.

Program Required Hours: 1,200

Cosmetology

This program is designated to provide students with the required theory and practical skills, to take and pass the State Cosmetology License Examination and engage in the beauty profession. This program of study is designed to provide the students with the skills to beautify hair through shampooing, hairstyling, hair shaping, hair coloring, permanent waving, and hair relaxing. The program also includes beautifying of the skin, hands and feet.

Program Required Hours: 1,200

Full Specialist

This program is designed to teach students the art and science of beautifying the skin, nails, hands and feet; to give a professional massage; and to use safety precautions and sanitation methods in basic facials, manicuring, pedicuring, and nail extensions. Students will learn to identify diseases and disorders of the skin and nails.

They will acquire professional techniques appropriate for all types of skin conditions, and for maintaining both natural and artificial nails. Program content includes current information on infection control, facials, hair removal, and nail techniques.

Program Required Hours: 600 Clock Hours

Nail Technician

This program is designed to teach students the art and science of beautifying the nails of the hands and feet, to give a professional hand and foot massage, and to use safety precautions and sanitation methods. Students will learn to identify diseases and disorders of the nails. Nail Extensions, Nail Wraps, Gel Nails and Nail Art will be included, along with current information on infection control. Upon completion of this program, graduates will receive a diploma from Florida Barber Academy, and qualify for State licensing as a Nail Technician. At that point they may pursue an exciting career in the beauty industry.

Program Required Hours: 240 Clock Hours.

Students in all our programs are encouraged to learn and practice with seasoned professionals, while expressing their own uniqueness and creativity.

• Flexible scheduling during the day and evenings are available.
• Classes run on a continuous basis.
• Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
• FBA is approved for Veteran Educational benefits by the State Approving Agency. Veterans may complete an application either at the school or the Veterans Administration.
• Bilingual Classes English/ Spanish