The barbering program emphasizes safe and efficient work practices, basic occupational and employment skills. This 1,000 hour program provides students with a solid foundation, along with skills, techniques, ethics and the values needed to be a successful barber. Upon completion of the program, graduates are able to pass the state licensing examinations.Students need to purchase their books and kit in the college bookstore prior to their first day of the course.Important Notice
A criminal conviction may disqualify an applicant from becoming licensed or may result in ineligibility for licensure for a period of three to seven years from the termination of parole, probation, judicial proceeding or date of incident.
More detailed information can be found at: http://www.dopl.utah.gov/licensing/cosmetology_barbering.html
Fred Martinez
Program Advisor
Fred Martinez has been a licensed barber for 39 years and has been with Ogden-Weber Technical College for over 16 years. Fred is over the Barbering program. He instructs various techniques in barbering, men’s haircuts, facial shaves, etc.
Office Hours:
Mon-Thur 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Fri 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Cosmetology Building
fred.martinez@otech.edu
801-395-3796
Joshua Reeves
Program Counselor
Program Counselors are professionally trained and available for all students at the college. They are available to assist students who have questions regarding their program, progress and attendance, and program changes. The counselors can assist students with campus and program policies or procedures, student rights, as well as the policy and processes involved in student complaints. The counseling staff is also available to discuss personal/family matters, address emergency situations, process disability support services, and provide referrals to community services.
Location: Student Services 104
joshua.reeves@otech.edu
(801) 627-8452
Appointments: (801) 627-8300 or Schedule Online
Average Program Length 9 monthsRequired Hours 1000.00AvailabilityMonday – Friday8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Monday – Thursday4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. | Location Main CampusEnrollment open to: Adults, High School StudentsAdditional InfoCertificate OutlineCourse DescriptionsEnrollment CalendarMaterial Costs |
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