2231 Dawson Rd Suites I &J – Albany GA 31707
229- 496-1640 Fax: 1-888-780-7250
Email: albanybeautyacademy@yahoo.com
Class Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday 9am – 4pm
The curriculum for students enrolled in the Barbering program consists of 1500 clock hours of Practical Operations and Technical Instruction, which will include at a minimum the state mandated subject hours listed in the chart below. Instruction will cover the art and science of barbering from techniques in hair, skin care, and shaving, to business skills and health and safety practices. This program of study satisfies the requirements of Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers
Unit of Study *Shall include, but is not limited to the following
Program objectives
Acquire knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to the program course. General theory and practical procedures pertaining to the above curriculum.
Methods of Instruction
Instruction techniques include classroom instruction, lessons, lecture, directed discovery, demonstrations, and the use of audio visual and printed materials. Instructors supervise students as they practice their operations on a live model or mannequin. The use of practical testing criteria and written are utilized to evaluate student progress.
Grading System
Students are evaluated on a regular basis on subject matters. The evaluations are measured on a standard percentile basis and the percentage converted to a letter grade and/or a point grade. The evaluation form reflects the overall attendance and academic progress of the student. Students must maintain a 67% average or better in attendance and a 70 % or better for practical work and theory to maintain satisfactory academic status. The grading system detailed below is the system utilized in the school.
Grading Letter Description Grade point
90 -100% A Excellent 4.00
80% – 89% B Above average 3.00
70%- 79% C Average 2.00
60% – 69% D Below average 1.00 – Not Passing
59% or below F Fail 0.00 – Not Passing
Specific program graduation requirements
In addition to meeting the basic Albany Beauty Academy graduation requirements, students are required to successfully complete 1500 clock hours of barbering training as described above.
Licensing requirements
Applicants must be 17 years of age or older and have a GED or high school diploma to attend school. A Barbering license will be granted by the state of Georgia only after the student has successfully completed and graduated from the Barbering course as described above and passed the licensing exam (written and practical) with an overall average of 70%.
Textbook: ISBN-13: 978-1305100558 ISBN-10: 1305100557
Workbook: ISBN-13: 978-1305100664 ISBN-10: 1305100664
Uniform scrubs must be worn daily and must be clean and wrinkle free.
All students must bring entire kit, textbook, workbook and all supplies to class everyday.