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Barbering Programs

Barber School - Albuquerque, NM

The modern-day barbershop trend is evolving. More and more consumers want a comfortable space where they can get the full, traditional barber experience by a professional, state-licensed barber. Students (or as we call them, Future Professionals) are guided by our Learning Leaders through the barbering program’s three levels—Core, Adaptive and Creative—taking on more advanced techniques and building real-world skills and confidence as they move through each stage.

Our Program Levels

LEVEL 1: CORE
LEVEL 2: ADAPTIVE
LEVEL 3: CREATIVE

LEVEL 1: CORE

A foundation course focusing on the fundamentals of both the theory and technical foundations of hair, skin, men’s grooming, facial shaves and an introduction to our Paul Mitchell Schools culture. Future Professionals learn the fundamentals in theory, then practice them hands-on in the safe environment of the classroom. You’ll work on mannequin heads and receive close, personal attention from a Learning Leader guiding you every step of the way.

Technical Areas Covered Include:

  • Haircutting
  • Chemical work (including coloring and perms)
  • Men’s shaving and grooming
  • Basic skin and grooming
  • Basic skin care
  • Hairpiece design, fitting, and maintenance
  • And much more

LEVEL 2: ADAPTIVE

The learning continues in the classroom and in the clinic classroom, where Future Professionals practice and perfect the fundamental skills learned in Core. Adaptive-level students work on live models in a barbershop-like environment with the oversight and support of their Learning Leaders. You will work with professional products and learn how to conduct client consultations and create extraordinary guest-service experiences.

Areas Covered Include:

  • Practice on real people in a barbershop-like environment
  • Perfect your skills with help from Learning Leaders

LEVEL 3: CREATIVE

The Creative phase is where Future Professionals begin to expand their skills and learn more advanced and creative techniques. At the Creative level, students prepare to become barbershop-ready by working more independently. The pace and conditions are similar to those in a barbershop. You will develop your speed, build a résumé and portfolio and prepare to pass the state board test.

Areas Covered Include:

  • Work independently (under the supervision of a Learning Leader)
  • Prepare a career portfolio
  • Prepare to pass the State Board test
  • Develop speed and prepare to start your career

Student Kit

We want you to be prepared. That’s why our Future Professionals receive their own professional kit packed with all the essentials—mannequin heads, shears, clippers and trimmers, a straight-edge razor, combs, clips, and much more—so you’re ready to succeed in school and launch your dream career.

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Learn more about our graduation, placement, and licensure rates, and much more.

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Our Barbering Programs

We offer varying barbering program options. See below for more details on each of them.

 

Barbering Program
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?

School Supplies, Kit, and Tuition Costs

Tuition $14,000.00
Registration Fee $100.00
Technical Kit (nonrefundable) $2,500.00
Sales Tax (7.625%) (nonrefundable) $1,265.75
TOTAL COSTS $17,865.75

How long will it take?

School Required Hours

Commitment to Complete Program: 1200 hours

When can I get started?

Ready to get started? Here are our upcoming start dates for this program:

 

  • 05/20/2025 - Barbering
  • 6/10/2025 - Barbering
  • 7/22/2025 - Barbering
  • 8/12/2025 - Barbering
  • 9/16/2025 - Barbering
  • 10/7/2025 - Barbering
  • 11/11/2025 - Barbering

Student educational materials

The Barbering Education Kit is included in the cost of tuition.

  • The Cutting System App
  • The Color System App
  • The Style and Texture System App
  • The Barber and Short Hair System App
  • The Skill Cards App
  • Plugged In App
  • Connecting to My Future App
  • CourseKey Skills Tracker

Required textbooks

1 Barbering Pivot Point ISBN 978-1-940593-97-5;  $236.00

Barbering Cross-over Program
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?

School Supplies, Kit, and Tuition Costs

Tuition $2,000.00
Registration Fee $100.00
Technical Kit (nonrefundable) $1,000.00
Sales Tax (7.625%) (nonrefundable) $263.38
TOTAL COSTS $3,363.38
How long will it take?

School Required Hours

Commitment to Complete Program: 150 hours

When can I get started?

Ready to get started? Here are our upcoming start dates for this program:

 

  • 05/20/2025 - Barbering
  • 6/10/2025 - Barbering
  • 7/22/2025 - Barbering
  • 8/12/2025 - Barbering
  • 9/16/2025 - Barbering
  • 10/7/2025 - Barbering
  • 11/11/2025 - Barbering

Student educational materials

The Barber Crossover Education Kit is included in the cost of tuition.

  • The Cutting System App
  • The Color System App
  • The Style and Texture System App
  • The Barber and Short Hair System App
  • The Skill Cards App
  • Plugged In App
  • Connecting to My Future App
  • Be Nice or Else iBook ISBN-13: 978-0-974-993-99-7
  • The Mini-Color Swatch Book
  • CourseKey Skills Tracker
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Funding Your Education

Curious about your future as a barber? There are a wide variety of financial aid options out there—and we’re here to help you find them. Get information about tuition, financial aid, scholarships, and more from our helpful Albuquerque Financial Aid Leader.

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Paul Mitchell The School Albuquerque
ADDRESS

2201 uptown loop rd. suite f , albuquerque, NM 87110

PROGRAMS OFFERED

Barbering Programs, Cosmetology Programs, Esthetics Programs, Hairstyling - Film Industry Related, Instructor Programs, Make-up - Film Industry Related

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2201 Uptown Loop Rd. Suite F,
Albuquerque, NM 87110

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505-842-8616

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505-842-8646

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Urban Academy, LLC, dba Paul Mitchell The School Albuquerque

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Paul Mitchell The School Albuquerque is nationally accredited by National Accrediting Commissions of Career Arts & Sciences, Inc (NACCAS). The National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS) is recognized by the United States Department of Education as a national accrediting agency for postsecondary schools and departments of cosmetology arts and sciences, and massage therapy, including those offered via Distance Education.

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