Program Overview
What You Will Learn
• Gain immersive understanding and experience of working and succeeding in a barbershop setting
• Learn the fundamental skills and craft of barbering through hands-on practice with real clients
• Build your clientele portfolio by working with a diverse range of clients on a daily basis
• Cater to client needs and perfect your skills for a successful barbershop
Skills You Will Gain
• Barbering Skills and Craft
• Customer Service Skills
• Proficiency with Barbering Tools
• Infection Control Protection
• Building Client Portfolio
• Operating a Business
Professional Certificate
Earn a Barber Certificate upon completion
Hands-on Training
All practical classes are held on real clients
Flexible Schedule
Morning, Afternoon and Weekend groups available
Fundamental Knowledge
No degree or prior experience required
4 Months to Complete
510-hour course completed in 17 to 26 weeks
Multilingual
Our teachers speak English, Spanish and Russian languages
Projected Employment Growth
Annual Job Openings
NYC Average Barber Income
Barber Career Facts
Career Paths & Specializations
Barber education opens doors to many rewarding pathways. You will be able to choose one of the widely sought-after professions, including:
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Barber
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Hair Stylist
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Men's Grooming Specialist
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Hair Color Specialist
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Barber Educator
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Hair Salon Manager
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Barbershop Owner
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Hair Product Representative
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Barbering Blogger/Influencer
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Barber Supply Store Manager
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Beauty Content Creator
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Wedding & Event Stylist
These and many other professions will be available to you. You can learn more about all available professions in our Student Сareer Сenter.
Barber Career Key Benefits
There are many benefits to pursuing a career in barbering and hair styling. Here are just a few:
Training Time
Master Barber Program takes only 4 months—allowing you to earn your license, start working, and avoid the two-year timeline of a traditional degree.
Creative Work
Barbering is a dynamic, art-driven profession—every client is a canvas, and every day brings new creative opportunities.
Flexible Lifestyle
Choose between salon-based work, freelance gigs, opening your own barbershop, or even traveling for events and shoots.
Strong Earnings
Barber income grows via tips, product sales commissions, freelance work, or salon ownership, reflecting your creativity and client relationships.
Social Impact
You’ll play a vital role in boosting clients’ confidence, joy, and self-esteem—often in deeply meaningful ways, creating not only a hairstyle, but an experience.
Tech-Resistant Job
Barbering is rooted in personal touch—an in-person craft unlikely to be replaced by AI and automation any time soon.
Available Class Schedules
Morning Classes
FULL-TIME 17 weeks / 510 hours Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:00 pm
Afternoon Classes
FULL-TIME 17 weeks / 510 hours Monday to Friday, 3:00 pm to 7:30 pm Saturday, 10:30 am to 6:30 pm
Weekend Classes
PART-TIME 26 weeks / 510 hours Saturday to Sunday, 10:30 am to 6:30 pm Any 1 Weekday, 8:30 am to 3:00 pm
All students must comply with
Program Requirements
Admission Age
All students applying for the master barber course must be at least 17 years of age.
Address
Proof of your residential address in the United States
Photo ID
A valid photo identification document or a valid Driver's License
High School Diploma
High School Diploma (HSD) or a General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
Social Security Card
A valid Social Security Number or a Tax Identification Number
Down Payment
Upon registration, all students must make an initial payment in the amount of $1,000
Foreign documents must be translated and notarized before being submitted.
If you don’t have either one you can take Scholastic Level Exam (SLE) prior to registration.
Master Barber Program Cost
Tribeca Barber & Beauty School of New York offers all students a comprehensive tuition payment plan that allows students to pay the whole tuition by installment payments throughout the course of education.
Morning Program
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:00 pm-
$1,000 Down Payment
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Full Tuition Cost: $4,500
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Length: 17 Weeks
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510 Hours of Training
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Hands-on Training on Real Clients
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$650 Recommended Barber Tool Kit Available *sold separately
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Receive a Professional Certificate
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May Apply for Master Barber License
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Job Placement Available
Afternoon Program
Monday to Friday, 3:00 pm to 7:30 pm Saturday, 10:30 am to 6:30 pm-
$1,000 Down Payment
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Full Tuition Cost: $4,500
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Length: 17 Weeks
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510 Hours of Training
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Hands-on Training on Real Clients
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$650 Recommended Barber Tool Kit Available *sold separately
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Receive a Professional Certificate
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May Apply for Master Barber License
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Job Placement Available
Weekend Program
Saturday to Sunday, 10:30 am to 6:30 pm Any 1 Weekday, 8:30 am to 3:00 pm-
$1,000 Down Payment
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Full Tuition Cost: $4,500
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Length: 26 Weeks
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510 Hours of Training
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Hands-on Training on Real Clients
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$650 Recommended Barber Tool Kit Available *sold separately
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Receive a Professional Certificate
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May Apply for Master Barber License
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Job Placement Available
Barber Student Tool Kit
During the course of the Master Barber Program, all of our students use the recommended professional Barber Tool Kit. The set contains a variety of tools, carefully selected by our teachers, and used by experienced hairdressers in the process of creating world-class haircuts and styles. Using the recommended barber toolset allows our students to be taught all the intricacies of hairdressing, and the use of unique and versatile interchangeable hairdressing tools.
Packed with Essentials
At Tribeca Barber & Beauty School, we want you to be prepared. This is why our professional barber tool kit is filled with all the essentials. Find out more using the link below.
Classic Haircuts
Classic Tapers
Undercuts
Pompadours
Buzz Cuts
Caesars
Scissor Cuts
High Fades
Mid Fades
Low Fades
High-Top Fades
Flat Tops
Fohawks
Mohawks
Afros
Long Layered Cuts
Blowouts
Shape Ups
Razor Lineups
Beard Trims
and more
Hairstyles You Will Learn
Our Master Barber Students and Alumni Reviews
Find out what our Master Barber Program students and graduates who completed their training and obtained their barber licenses have to say in their testimonials and reviews.
Master Barber Program FAQs
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about the most popular Master Barber Program in New York City. You can also visit our dedicated FAQ page for additional information on beauty education, our school, certification, career development, and more.
Yes, we offer a flexible payment plan to make our Master Barber Program more accessible for potential students. All students pay a $1000 down payment to begin their education, with the remainder due in equal weekly installments of $200.
No prior experience is required to enroll in our Master Barber Program — we teach you everything from the ground up!
Our Master Barber Program consists of 510 hours of training as required by the New York State Board. You can expect that 85-90% of this time will be dedicated to actual, practical hands-on classes.
Our Master Barber Program provides flexible class schedules that are popular among our students. We offer full-time weekday morning classes, full-time weekday afternoon classes, and part-time weekend classes to accommodate the needs of most students.
Currently, we do not offer an evening barbering program. If you’re interested in evening classes, our full-time weekday afternoon classes might be the best option for you, as they are held from Monday to Friday, from 3:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
Yes. Our Master Barber Program curriculum is specifically designed to fully prepare students for the written and practical portions of the New York State Barber Operator exam and to receive the Master Barber License.
Our Master Barber Program graduates can become licensed barbers, hairdressers, hair stylists, men’s grooming specialists, colorists, barber shop or salon managers, and even hair salon owners. More information about job opportunities and career development can be found on our Career Center page.
The main difference between the Master Barber Program and the Express Barber Program is the duration of training and the admission requirements.
The Master Barber Program lasts 4 months, with a range of 17 to 26 weeks, depending on the chosen class schedule. No prior experience is required to enroll in the Master Barber Program.
In contrast, the Express Barber Program lasts 3 months, ranging from 12 to 18 weeks based on the selected class schedule. To qualify for the Express Barber Program, applicants must provide verifiable proof of either 400 hours of barbering apprenticeship experience or 200 hours of classroom experience in cosmetology or esthetics.
You can find all the necessary information about the Master Barber Program on this page. For more detailed information about the Express Barber Program, please visit that program’s page.
Yes, we provide career services including resume help, interview prep, and job placement assistance.
Our barbering campus is located in Rego Park, New York City, at 95-16 63rd Road, Rego Park, NY 11374. Free parking and convenient public transportation access are available.
Absolutely! We encourage all potential students looking to enroll in one of our barbering or cosmetology programs to contact us to schedule a free campus tour and meet our instructors.
We evaluate transfer hours based on New York State board guidelines and your previous school’s records. Due to certain legal requirements, our students may transfer their barbering hours only from schools within New York State.
Get In Touch
Reach Us Through
95-16 63rd Road, Rego Park, NY 11374
Working Hours
Monday to Friday: 9 am to 7 pm
Saturday to Sunday: 10:30 am to 6pm