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You will be trained in the skills necessary to pursue NYS Licensing as a Barber. The 600-hour training program includes hands-on experience in hair styling, cutting, clipping and shaving. (600 Hour Program)

Licensed Cosmetologists: Click Here for Information on the 300-hour course.

Classes Start Monthly

Monday to Thursday
4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Potter Career Center | 705 Potters Road | West Seneca, NY 14224

Registration Process
This program requires an application and entrance exam.
Step 1: Fill Out the Registration Application
Step 2: Choose a TABE Test Date (Testing details will be emailed to you prior to your selected test date.)
Click here for information on the entrance exam.

Tuition $8,800
Tuition includes instruction, books and supplies. An additional $50 application fee to NYS Division of Licensing will be required at the time of testing. Financial assistance may be available through Federal Student Aid, ACCES-VR, the US Department of Veterans Affairs, or other sources. A Financial Aid Coordinator is on staff to assist you.
A $300 security deposit is required to reserve your spot in this class.

Admission Requirements

  • A TABE score of 8.5 in reading and 5.0 in math*.
  • A personal interview will be conducted.
  • A valid high school diploma or equivalency is required for students receiving financial aid.

Employment Outlook
Entry-level Barbers may be independent contractors who rent chairs, own shops or are paid a commission or hourly wage. Many variables contribute to the average salary a Barber can earn. According to www.glassdoor.com, the estimated salary for a Barber in the Buffalo, NY area is approximately $41,000 per year, not including tips. E1B provides career coaching, resume writing assistance, networking/branding advice and interview preparation.

*Exceptions to admission scores may be considered based on work history, prior education, personal interview, and employer recommendations.

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Patricia Riegle
Senior Supervisor
Phone: 716-821-7027
Email Patricia Riegle


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