Hair Design
(Barbering with Chemical Services)
What You Will Learn
The Hair Design program combines key parts of cosmetology and barbering, including haircutting (scissors, clippers, and razor), hairstyling, hair coloring, chemical relaxers and permanent waving, as well as hot towel shaves and beard design. This license allows you to work with all the different techniques and services related to hair.
*All of our classes include basic business concepts to give you a strong foundation to become your own boss, apply for jobs, and GET HIRED!
Why Choose PL Beauty Academy?
Our Hair Design course focuses on haircutting, coloring, chemical treatments, and more. You will start in the classroom learning the basics. To build confidence, your first haircuts will be on mannequins. Then you will move on to color, chemical processing, and more. You will gain valuable experience working with real clients in our on-campus salon.
Hair Design Program Curriculum
Our Hair Design course consists of 1,200 class hours, during which the instructor teaches students the following lessons:
Theory – Classroom Instruction
- Orientation to Barbering
- History of Barbering
- Current State of Barbering
- Life Skills Management, Communication for Success
- Study Skills, Products, Tools
- Equipment Use and Safety, Client Consultation
- State Laws and Regulations, Professional Image
- First Aid and Professional Ethics
- Basic Tool and Implement Procedures
Infection Control & General Sciences:
- Health, Sanitation, and Disinfection
- Methods
- Chemical Agents
- Types, Classifications, and Identifying Characteristics of Bacterial and Viral Growth
- Biology
- Infections
- Infection Control
- Exposure Incident Management
- Chemistry
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Infection Control Procedures
Hair & Scalp Care and Treatments:
- Hair Structure and Composition
- Hair Growth and Loss
- Hair and Scalp Disorders
- Hair and Scalp Analysis
- Scalp Care and Massage
- Hair Brushing
- Shampooing
- Conditioning
- Preparación del cliente para servicios húmedos y químicos
- Hair and Scalp Care Procedures
Shaving:
- Facial Analysis
- Mastering the 14 Shaving Areas of the Face: Fundamentals of Shaving, Facial Hair Design, Selecting Designs According to Client Features, Shaving Strokes, Infection Control and Safety Precautions in Shaving, Changing and Disposing of Razors
- Practical Procedure Training
Hairstyling:
- Principles, Elements, and Philosophy of Hair Design for Men and Women
- Creating Balance
- Men’s Design
- Wet Styling
- Blow Drying and Waving
- Hair Wrapping
- Finger Waving
- Hairstyling
- Braiding
- Extensions
- Hair Enhancements and Wigs
- Thermal Hair Straightening
- Long Hair Styling
- Styling Procedures
- Men’s Hair Replacement Systems
- Selling Hair Replacement Systems
- Client Consultations
- Styling Procedures
Haircutting:
- Haircuts for Men and Women
- Basic Principles and Techniques of Sectioning and Haircutting
- Identifying Basic Haircuts
- Understanding Client Language
- Body Position and Posture
- Removing Length or Volume with a Razor
- Scissor and Clipper Cutting Techniques
- Beginning Hair Design
- Mastering Fades, cutting various hair textures
- Haircutting Safety Precautions
- Haircutting Procedures
Hair Coloring & Lightening:
- Identifying Natural Hair Color and Tone
- Types of Hair Color
- Client Consultation
- Principles and Color techniques
- Temporary
- Semi-Permanent and Permanent
- Lightening
- Tinting
- Toning
- Highlighting
- Special Effects
- Hair Color Safety Precautions
- Mustache Coloring
- Beard
- Color Procedures
Chemical Texture Services:
- Hair Structure
- Principles and Techniques of Sectioning
- Wrapping, Processing, Curling, Relaxing, Curl Reforming, Chemical Texture Service Procedures
Skin Care & Facial Treatments:
- Skin Structure and Growth
- Skin Disorders and Diseases
- Skin Cancer Identification
- Recognizing Pigmentation Disorders
- Skin Analysis and Consultation
- Determining Skin Type
- Skin Care Products
- Client Consultation
- Facial Massage
- Facial Equipment
- Electrotherapy and Light Therapy
- Understanding Facial Massage Theory
Barbering Business & Retail Sales:
- Business Fundamentals
- Opening a Barbershop, Business Plan, Written Agreements, License Requirements and Regulations, Laws and Business Operations, Policies and Practices, Compensation Packages, Telephone Use, Advertising and Sales, Communication, Public and Human Relations
- Insurance, Job Search, Résumé and Cover Letter Development, Marketing Your Shop, Work Skills, Barbershop Safety, Business Growth and Development
Topics Covered
- History of Barbering
- Life Skills
- Professional Image
- Infection Control: Practice and Principles
- Implements, Tools, and Equipment
- General Anatomy and Physiology
- Basic Chemistry
- Basic Electricity Concepts
- The Skin: Structure, Disorders, and Diseases
- Properties and Disorders of Men’s Hair and Scalp
- Men’s Hair and Scalp Treatments
- Men’s Facial Massage and Treatments
- Shaving and Styling Facial Hair
- Men’s Haircutting and Styling
- Men’s Hair Replacement
- Women’s Haircutting and Styling
- Chemical Texture Services
- Hair Coloring and Lightening
- Preparation for Licensure and Employment
- Working Behind the Chair
- The Business of Barbering
Schedules
Turno Matutino: Morning Shift: 26 hours per week
Tuesday to Friday: 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Program Length: 51 weeks / 13 months
Evening Shift: 22 hours per week
Tuesday to Friday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Program Length: 60 weeks / 15 months
We are proud to have a team of professionals who will share their experiences, success tips, new trends, and techniques, giving you a broader perspective on each of our programs.
Requirements
- Copy of high school diploma, transcript, college diploma, or GED.
- Foreign diplomas must include verification from a qualified external agency that confirms equivalency to a recognized U.S. high school diploma, or proof of exceeding compulsory school attendance age.
- Consult the admissions advisor for evaluation options.
- Proof of age (driver’s license, passport, or birth certificate with photo ID).
- Social Security Number.
- Schedule an appointment to register for the program.
- If under 18, a parent/legal guardian must sign the enrollment contract along with the student.
Tuition & Fees
Our program consists of 1,200 hours required by the state of Utah to obtain your license.
Total Tuition: $15,850
Grand Total (tuition + other expenses): $17,644.25
Enrollment Breakdown
| Tuition (first payment) | $2,950 |
| Equipment & Supplies (incl. 7.25% tax) | $948.25 |
| Books & Uniform (incl. 7.25% tax) | $746 |
| Enrollment Fee (non-refundable) | $100 |
| Total Enrollment Cost | $4,744.25 |
Remaining Tuition
$12,900 (interest-free monthly payments)
| Payment Plan – Morning Shift: $992.30/month for 13 months |
| Payment Plan – Evening Shift: $860/month for 15 months |
Payment Methods
We accept cash, credit card, check, Zelle, PayPal, Afterpay, in-house financing through TFC, and payment plans.
Scholarship application links are availableupon request.
Contact
- 4301 S 2700 W
Taylorsville, UT. 84129 - (801) 410-4970 – (801) 759-2202
- hello@plbeautyacademy.com
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