Barbering, Associate in Applied Science
Program Code: 0462
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Coursework | ||
| ENGLISH 101 | Composition | 3 |
| Mathematics course | 3 | |
| CIS 120 | Introduction to Computer Applications | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences course (HD) | 3 | |
| BUSINES 111 | Introduction To Business | 3 |
| or BUSINES 216 | Entrepreneurship | |
| Required Program Core | ||
| COSMET 101 | Intro to Cosmetology/Barbering | 6 |
| COSMET 102 | Hair Cutting Technology | 6 |
| COSMET 103 | Basic Styling Technology | 6 |
| COSMET 104 | Basic Chemical Technology | 6 |
| BARBER 107 | Barber Salon Technology 1 | 7 |
| BARBER 108 | Barber Salon Technology II | 7 |
| BARBER 203 | Advanced Barbering | 6 |
| BARBER 204 | Barbering Summative Seminar | 6 |
| Total Hours | 65 | |
At least one course must meet the Human Diversity (HD) requirement.
Pathway
This is an example course sequence for students interested in Barbering. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If this pathway is followed as outlined, you will earn an Advanced Certificate (AC) and Associate in Applied Science degree (AAS) in Barbering. One course will satisfy the Human Diversity (HD) requirement, and is labeled with an (HD) in the sequence below.
Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters.
| Semester 1 | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| COSMET 101 | Intro to Cosmetology/Barbering | 6 |
| COSMET 102 | Hair Cutting Technology | 6 |
| ENGLISH 101 | Composition 1 | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| COSMET 103 | Basic Styling Technology | 6 |
| COSMET 104 | Basic Chemical Technology | 6 |
| CIS 120 | Introduction to Computer Applications 1 | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| BARBER 107 | Barber Salon Technology 1 | 7 |
| BARBER 108 | Barber Salon Technology II | 7 |
| Hours | 14 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| BARBER 203 | Advanced Barbering | 6 |
| BARBER 204 | Barbering Summative Seminar | 6 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Semester 5 | ||
| BUSINES 111 or BUSINES 216 | Introduction To Business 1 or Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MATH 118 | General Education Math 1 | 4 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences course (HD) 1 | 3 | |
| Hours | 10 | |
| Total Hours | 66 | |
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Careers
This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.
Barbers
Job Description
Provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair; trimming beards; or giving shaves.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
Annual Wages
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| Median 50th Percentile | |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile |
Hourly Wages
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Annual Job Openings
168 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 45.49% |
| A certificate | 28.70% |
| Some college | 11.74% |
| An Associate degree | 11.13% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 1.68% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 1.25% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
2.93% continue their education beyond an associate degree