Barbering

Ready to turn your passion for creativity and positive impact into a fulfilling career?

Explore Continental School of Beauty’s Barbering program, designed to train skilled barbers for success in today’s grooming industry. Our hands-on training and experienced instructors ensure you master haircutting, beard trims, and more, preparing you for diverse career opportunities. Join us in Rochester to start your journey towards becoming a confident and versatile barber.

Locations: Rochester

What You Will Learn

Dive into the exciting world of barbering at Continental School of Beauty with a barbering program that’s packed with hands-on training and endless possibilities. Here’s an exciting rundown of what awaits you:

Haircutting & Styling Techniques

Unlock your inner artist and let your creativity run wild as you master classic and modern haircutting and styling techniques for both men and women.

Facial Hair Grooming

You will learn techniques for beard shaping, mustache trimming, and straight razor shaving.

Shaving Skills

Experience the time-honored tradition of traditional and modern shaving techniques. From straight razor shaves to luxurious hot towel treatments and facial massages, you’ll leave your clients feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

Customer Service

Master the art of communication and interpersonal skills to provide top-notch customer service. Whether it’s a friendly smile or a listening ear, you’ll ensure every client leaves feeling pampered and satisfied.

Product Knowledge

Become a grooming guru as you familiarize yourself with the latest grooming products, tools, and equipment. From hair clippers to styling products, you’ll be armed with everything you need to create magic in the barber’s chair.

Business Management

Gain a solid foundation in business management and salon operations, including inventory management, appointment scheduling, and client retention strategies.

So if you’re ready to embark on an exciting adventure in the world of barbering, a barber school program is your ticket to success. Get ready to unleash your creativity, sharpen your skills, and carve out a career you’ll love.

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Man practicing the art of barbering on a client

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Barbering Career Paths

In New York State, licensed barbers have various career paths available to them within the beauty and grooming industry. Here are some potential career opportunities for barbers:

Barber: Work in barber shops or salons, providing haircuts, beard trims, shaves, and other grooming services to clients. Barbershop Owner/Manager: Establish and manage your own barbershop, overseeing operations, staff management, client relations, and business development. Facial Hair Grooming Specialist: Specialize in facial hair grooming services such as beard shaping, styling, and maintenance, catering to clients’ specific facial hair preferences. Product Sales Representative: Represent grooming product brands, providing product demonstrations, education, and sales support to barbershops, salons, and retail outlets. Influencer / Blogger / Content Creator: Share grooming tips, tutorials, and product recommendations with a wider audience through social media platforms, blogs, and online videos.

Product Developer: Contribute to the development and formulation of grooming products tailored to the needs and preferences of barbers and their clients. Consultant: Provide expertise and guidance to barbershops or grooming businesses on business development, marketing strategies, client retention, and operational efficiency. Brand Ambassador: Represent grooming product brands at events, trade shows, and promotional campaigns, endorsing products and building brand awareness among barbers and consumers. Freelance Barber: Work independently, providing barbering services on a freelance basis for private clients, events, or special occasions, offering personalized grooming experiences.

These career paths offer opportunities for barbers in NYS to showcase their skills, creativity, and professionalism in serving clients and contributing to the thriving grooming industry.

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A career in the barbering profession isn’t what it used to be. Today’s clients are not just looking for a quick trim and a shave. They want to leave the shop or salon with a style that shows off their unique personality.

Check out Continental’s Rochester Barbering program.

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Graduate Spotlight

Why do Continental graduates love us?
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I decided to go back to school because I wanted more for myself and my future. The administration made me feel welcome. The faculty and staff are great. They have left an amazing impact on my journey.

Starasia P - 2025 CONTINENTAL GRADUATE

I have always enjoyed helping people and I went back to school to invest in myself and a career that I love. The instructors at Continental are knowledgeable, kind, thoughtful, and have put their all into preparing their students for the future. The best part of my job is getting to help people feel confident, relaxed and beautiful!

Lindsey N - 2024 CONTINENTAL GRADUATE

I always knew I was a skincare enthusiast. My instructors went out of their way to help me learn techniques and gain complete confidence. Continental School of Beauty has encouraged me in the talents I work very hard practicing. My favorite part of my field is helping people feel relaxed and beautiful.

Crystal G - 2024 CONTINENTAL GRADUATE

I’ve always been interested in the beauty industry and I’m very glad I chose to enroll at Continental School of Beauty. My instructors are great. They are always open to answer any questions I have, always with a positive attitude and willing to help me with my studying and/or performing services.

Shakya T - 2023 CONTINENTAL GRADUATE

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