Barbers and Beauticians of the Future offers youth living in Ward 8 a paid opportunity to explore an alternative career pathway while gaining concrete skills. Throughout the 9-week program, participants will earn while learning how to cut hair, build their brand as an entrepreneur, and gain credit toward their certification.
Get paid $20/hour while learning barbering and cosmetology skills.
Earn credits toward professional certification.
Build strategic thinking, problem-solving, and professional development skills.
We are taught more about our limitations than our possibilities. But here, you start to see what’s possible. Marco P.B., Instructor
The program provided me with valuable life skills and helped me create a vision for my future. I am grateful for the opportunity to have developed my skills and explored new opportunities in the barbering field. Ne’Kareo R.
We’re not expecting you to come in knowing anything. But I’ve watched my ladies and gentlemen grow in areas they’d never tried before, whether it was braiding, curling, or even just working with other people. Dr. Acia W, Instructor
This program is set to empower our community with valuable skills and provide a pathway to meaningful careers in the beauty industry. Marco P.B., Instructor
My career choice is centered around hair/cosmetology, and I already have my own business doing so. I have so much more to learn, and I’m ready to expand my knowledge! Branyah Y.
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