Instructor Program
Art’s Barber Academy provides the foundational knowledge and skills needed for entry into the Instructor profession and prepares students to pass the Washington State licensing exam.
Our Instructor Program is based on Milady’s Mindful Teaching curriculum and covers 500 hours of all aspects of teaching. Completing this program takes approximately 4 months at full-time status and approximately 5 months at part-time status.
Our methods
500 hours of theory, training, and interaction with students and professionals
Theory
Visual aids in the form of handouts, books, videos, powerpoints, and lectures to support your learning style.
Training
Get hands-on with step-by-step practical demonstrations and repetitive use of equipment
Interaction
Make connections with small groups, lectures, group projects, and outside speakers
Costs
Application Fee............... $100.00
Must be paid to the school when the application for enrollment is submitted. Enrollment will not be accepted by the school until the application fee has been paid in full. This application fee is non-refundable and good for enrollment for one year.
Tuition and Fees.……... $4,350.00
Kit and Books.......…..…... $400.00
Tax...................….…….......... $50.00
Total....….....…..…........... $4,800.00
Financing
30% down payment of the total tuition cost is needed to qualify for in-home financing.
Payment
Acceptable forms of payment for tuition and other fees are: Cash, Check (Personal or Business), Cashier’s Check, Money Order, or a Credit or Debit card. VISA, MC or American Express. No third-party checks will be accepted.
Enrollment Requirements
Completed and submitted enrollment application, including $100 nonrefundable application fee
16 years of age or older
Valid Washington or federal issued ID
30% down payment of the total tuition cost to facilitate financing (if in-house financing is needed)
Note: No H.S. Diploma or GED required.
The State of Washington does not require either to obtain an instructor’s license.
Your Instructor
Arts Mendoza is a passionate teacher with 8 years of barbering and cosmetology experience and 3 years of instructional experience. His goal is to train students beyond the basics to include communication and customer care.