Durham School of the Arts – Barbering III \

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Note: Students earning 1528 hours of combined instruction and clinical hours can sit for the NC Apprentice Barber Examination. Students earn 2 credits for this course. Students build on the barbering skills they learned in Barbering II and add essential safety precautions for scalp and facial electrotherapy, explore the structure and functions of the skin, and master facial massage techniques and treatments tailored for men. Students also gain expertise in hairpiece care, including fitting and marketing, and develop basic women's haircutting and styling skills while understanding the differences between men’s and women’s hairstyles.