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Beauty & Barber

Launch your career in Beauty & Barbering with practical, hands-on training and real salon & barbershop practice. Learn modern grooming, hairstyling, beard care, skincare, and nail techniques while gaining the professional and business skills needed to succeed.

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Program Highlights

Key details at a glance — here’s what you can expect from our Beauty & Barber course.

Learning Format:

Physical Classes: Full Time, Part Time & Weekends

Next Intake:

Intake Ongoing

Duration:

12 Months

About the Course

This program is your gateway into the thriving Beauty & Barber industry. You’ll train in men’s and women’s haircuts, fades, beard grooming, braiding, nail care, skincare, and makeup basics. The course blends creativity with technical expertise and entrepreneurship, preparing you to work in top salons/barbershops or start your own business.

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Sneak Peek of the Course: Barbering skills in action

Course Details

A complete, practice-based journey into grooming and beauty services. You’ll cover hair, beard, skin, and nail care, gaining the confidence and professional edge to excel as a barber, beautician, or salon owner.

What is Beauty & Barber? ▼

Beauty & Barber training combines men’s grooming and women’s beauty care into one powerful course. It covers haircutting, styling, fades, beard design, skincare, facials, nail care, and makeup essentials. The program equips you with technical artistry and client-care skills for today’s grooming industry.

Who is this course for? ▼
  1. Aspiring Barbers & Stylists: Anyone looking to enter professional grooming.
  2. Creative Individuals: Those passionate about style, beauty, and self-expression.
  3. Entrepreneurs: Learners who want to run a salon or barbershop business.
  4. Professionals: People seeking to upgrade their skills with modern techniques.
Why take this course? ▼
  1. Practical Skills: From fades to facials, gain the skills clients demand.
  2. Career Readiness: Master sanitation, safety, and client communication.
  3. Portfolio Development: Build a showcase of haircuts, grooming, and beauty work.
  4. Opportunities: Work in salons, barbershops, spas, or run your own business.
What are the course requirements? ▼
  1. Passion for Beauty: A strong interest in the art of cosmetology.
  2. Hands-On Attitude: Eagerness to practice techniques in a salon setting.

We welcome beginners — the course starts with fundamentals and scales up to professional practice.

Why learn this course? ▼
  1. Practical Skills: Learn the latest techniques in hair, skin, and nail care.
  2. Build a Portfolio: Create a body of work you can showcase to clients and employers.
  3. Industry-Ready: Learn sanitation, safety, and client communication for a professional career.
  4. Career Opportunities: Prepare for roles as a stylist, salon owner, or freelance artist.
Why study at Lio College? ▼
  1. Hands-On Training: A majority of the course is practical labs in our modern salon.
  2. Experienced Instructors: Learn from professional cosmetologists and salon owners.
  3. Career Support: Guidance on building a client base, marketing your services, and interview practice.
What is the mode of study? ▼

Choose between in-person on campus or online attendance. Classes are live and interactive, supported by an online learning platform with video tutorials, resources, and mentor support to reinforce learning.

Curriculum Overview

The curriculum blends traditional barbering and modern beauty practices. You’ll progress from fundamentals to advanced styling, beard artistry, nail care, and client management.

Barbering & Grooming ▼
  • Men’s haircuts, fades, and styles.
  • Beard trimming, shaping, and shaving techniques.
  • Scalp and hair treatments.
  • Sanitation and hygiene practices.
Hair Styling & Beauty ▼
  1. Women’s haircuts, braiding, and styling.
  2. Coloring and chemical treatments.
  3. Dreadlocks and extensions.
  4. Creative styling projects.
Nail & Skincare Basics ▼
  1. Manicure and pedicure techniques.
  2. Nail art, extensions, and care.
  3. Facials and skincare routines.
  4. Client consultation for beauty services.
Salon & Barbershop Management ▼
  1. Running and managing a barbershop/salon.
  2. Customer service and retention.
  3. Business planning and pricing.
  4. Industrial attachment & professional showcase.

Career Pathways


Completing this course opens doors to careers in grooming, beauty, and entrepreneurship. Select a pathway below to see where your skills can take you.

Professional Barber

Specialize in men’s grooming, including haircuts, fades, and beard services in shops, salons, or freelance.

Hair Stylist

Cut, style, braid, color, and create modern hairstyles for diverse clients.

Beauty Therapist

Offer facials, skincare, makeup, and nail services in salons or spas.

Salon/Barbershop Owner

Run your own establishment, manage clients and staff, and build a profitable brand.

Ready to Start Your Journey in Beauty & Barber?

Join the next intake and gain hands-on, industry-relevant skills that will prepare you for success in grooming and beauty.

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