BARBER CROSSOVER
Expand your skills and earn your barber license faster with the Barber Crossover Program at Monarch Beauty Academy. Designed for licensed cosmetologists, this accelerated 200-hour program focuses on modern barbering techniques including fades, clipper cutting, straight razor work, beard grooming, and men’s styling. Gain hands-on experience while building the confidence and precision needed for today’s barbering industry.
Course Option A
Total Hours: 200 Hours
Duration: 24 Weeks
Total Cost: $3,770
Tuition: $3,500
Equipment: $0
Literature: $75
Registration Fee: $195
STRF Fee: $0.00
*Down payment of student kit, literature, and registration fee ($270 total) required 14 days before start date. Down payment of goods does not go towards tuition cost. Tuition prices are subject to change. Prices include tax.
Monthly payment plans with 0% interest available through Monarch. Tuition must be paid in full by graduation date.
We offer 10% off of tuition cost for any tuition paid in full at the start of a program.
Schedule Options
Extra Full Time (A - 6.5 mo | B - 9.75 mo)
Monday - Friday | 9:00am - 5:00pm
Full Time (A - 9 mo | B - 13.5 mo)
Monday - Friday | 9:00am - 3:00pm
Part Time (A - 14 Months | B - 21 mo)
Monday - Friday | 9:00am-12:30pm
Night Classes (A - 16 mo | 24 mo)
Monday - Thursday | 5:00pm-9:00pm
*The program shall be completed with the 200 minimum theory hours of technical instruction and practical operations.
Barber Crossover Student Objectives
Master Traditional and Modern Barbering Techniques: Gain hands-on proficiency in classic and contemporary hair cutting, styling, and shaving techniques, with a focus on precision and client satisfaction.
Understand Hair and Scalp Health: Develop a deep understanding of hair and scalp anatomy, disorders, and treatments to ensure you can provide clients with expert advice and care for optimal hair health.
Perform Beard Grooming and Design: Acquire specialized skills in facial hair grooming, including beard shaping, trimming, and design, to create personalized and fashionable looks for clients.
Adhere to Safety and Sanitation Standards: Learn and apply all necessary health and safety regulations, including proper sterilization and sanitation techniques, to protect the health of clients and maintain a professional workspace.
Cultivate Client Relations and Professionalism: Build strong communication and customer service skills to ensure positive interactions with clients, understanding their needs, and delivering exceptional service in a professional manner.
Prepare for a Successful Career in Barbering: Develop business knowledge, including salon management, marketing, and financial planning, to confidently enter and grow in the barbering industry as a licensed professional.
California State Board Training Requirements
Professional Practices & Safety
Industry laws, regulations, and professional standards
Health and safety training, including:
Chemical safety procedures
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
Prevention of chemical-related injuries
Communicable disease prevention
Sanitation & Disinfection
Students are trained in proper sanitation and infection-control procedures to help maintain a safe environment for both clients and professionals, including:
Cleaning and disinfecting tools and equipment
State Board sanitation standards and compliance
Safe workstation and service practices
Science Fundamentals
Bacteriology
Anatomy
Physiology
Hair Styling Techniques
Wet Styling
Hair analysis
Shampooing
Finger waving
Pin curling
Comb-outs
Thermal Styling
Blow-drying and blower styling
Hot comb techniques
Curling iron styling
Hair straightening and waving
Hair Cutting
Training includes:
Wet and dry cutting techniques
Razor cutting
Scissor work
Clipper cutting
Thinning shear techniques
Hair analysis for customized cuts
Scalp & Hair Care
Hair and scalp analysis
Scalp treatments and massage techniques
Scientific brushing
Hair treatment applications
