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The Barbering Program

Barber School - Boise, ID

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 Barbering Programs

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

 

Barber
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?

School Supplies, Kit, and Tuition Costs

TUITION – BARBER *Effective January 1, 2025 COST
Tuition $11,394.00
Registration Fee 100.00
Technical Kit* 1,612.25
Textbooks (non-refundable) 264.00
Digital Kit (non-refundable)  299.00
Shipping & Handling (non-refundable)  194.23
Sales Tax (non-refundable) 130.52
TOTAL COSTS $13,994.00

How long will it take?

School Required Hours

 

Commitment to Complete Program: 1500 hours

When can I get started?

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

 

  • June 16, 2025 - Barber
  • August 18, 2025 - Barber
  • October 6, 2025 - Barber
  • December 1, 2025 - Barber

Student educational materials

  • The cutting 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

  • Pivot Point Barbering 2018; CB Set, SSG & LEP (soft); ISBN: 978-1-940593-97-5 and Qnity; $254.00
  • Be Nice or Else Physical Book ISBN-13: 978-0-974-993-99-7; $10.00

Qnity is a digital curriculum piece that is a financial literacy program specifically designed for Students in the beauty industry.

Barber Stylist
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?

School Supplies, Kit, and Tuition Costs

Tuition $19,395.00
Registration Fee 100.00
Technical Kit* 1,612.25
Textbooks (non-refundable)  264.00
Digital Kit (non-refundable)  299.00
Shipping & Handling (non-refundable) 194.23
Sales Tax (non-refundable)  130.52
TOTAL COSTS $21,995.00

 

Click here to learn more about available funding options.

How long will it take?

School Required Hours

 

Commitment to Complete Program: 1500 hours

When can I get started?

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

    • June 16, 2025 - Barber Stylist
    • August 18, 2025 - Barber Stylist
    • October 6, 2025 - Barber Stylist
    • December 1, 2025 - Barber Stylist
    Student educational materials
    • 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
    • The Mini-Color Swatch Book
    • CourseKey Skills Tracker
    Required textbooks
    • Pivot Point Barbering 2018; CB Set, SSG & LEP (soft); ISBN: 978-1-940593-97-5 and Qnity; $254.00
    • Be Nice or Else Physical Book ISBN-13: 978-0-974-993-99-7; $10.00

    Qnity is a digital curriculum piece that is a financial literacy program specifically designed for Students in the beauty industry.

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    Use the Net Price Calculator to estimate tuition information based on what similar students paid in a previous year.

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    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 students receive their own technical kit packed with all the essentials for the education journey—mannequin heads, shears, clippers and trimmers, a straight-edge razor, combs, clips, and much more—so you’re educationally prepared and ready to start your career journey.

     

    Please note: The Technical kit and kit items pictured are not representative of the kit you will receive and is for sample purposes only. Please see the school catalog for a complete current item list. Purchasing the student kit directly from the school is optional.

    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 Boise Financial Aid Leader.

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    Digital Support

    When you have the latest technology and resources at your fingertips, you’ll be more successful in school and in your career. Future Professionals have on-the-go access to schoolwork, advice from industry leaders, Paul Mitchell cutting and coloring apps, our exclusive Business Fundamentals: Connecting to My Future curriculum and much more.

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    Consumer Information

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

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    Paul Mitchell The School Boise
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    1270 south vinnell way , boise, ID 83709

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    Barbering Programs, Cosmetology Programs, Esthetics Programs, Instructor Programs, Makeup Programs, Nail Programs

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    Boise, ID 83709

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    Paul Mitchell The School Boise 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. *Accreditation on Probation for Financial Reporting Requirements.

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