Barber instructor guiding a student through a fade on a real client
Barber instructor guiding a student through a fade on a real client
BARBER TRAINING IN EDMONTON

Train for a Careeras a Barber

Get hands-on training, work with real clients and build the practical skills you need to start your barbering career.

  • Hands-On Training
  • 10 Weeks of Practicum
  • Day, Evening & Weekend Options
  • Apprenticeship Support

What Would You Like to Know?

PRACTICAL SKILLS. REAL EXPERIENCE.

Learn Barbering by Doing It

Our Foundations program combines barbering theory, mannequin practice and supervised client work, so you can build the skills and confidence to start your career.

Barber student cutting a fade

Fades & Tapers

Learn modern and classic cutting techniques used in today's barbershops.

Straight-razor shave in progress

Straight-Razor Shaving

Master traditional wet shaving and grooming techniques.

Barber student talking with a client

Client Service

Build real communication skills and learn how to create great client experiences.

Professional barbering tools on a station

Tools & Technique

Get hands-on experience with professional tools and proper technique.

Alberta Barber Academy training floor with rows of barber stations
PROFESSIONAL FACILITY. REAL-WORLD TRAINING.

Train in a Real Barbering Environment

20,000 Sq. Ft. Downtown Edmonton Training Facility

Train in a modern, professional space designed for real-world learning, with working barbershop stations where you train behind the chair from your first weeks.

  • Professional Training Space

    Modern barbershop with professional stations

  • One of Canada's Largest

    One of the largest barbering schools in Canada

  • Experienced Instructors

    Mentorship from instructors with real barbering experience

  • Central Edmonton

    Easy to access location

PRACTICAL OPTIONS FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE

Choose a Schedule That Works for You

Day Classes – 14 Weeks

Full-time training with a focused schedule to get you job-ready sooner.

Evening Classes – 24 Weeks

Start great training with a schedule that works around your day.

Weekend Classes – 28 Weeks

Learn on weekends while balancing work or other commitments.

A CLEAR PATH FORWARD

From Training to Apprenticeship

The Foundations program includes support for the step after graduation.

10 Weeks of Supervised Practicum

Work on real clients in a professional setting and learn the pace and standards of shop life.

AIT Exam Preparation

Review sessions and mock exams to prepare for the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT) certification exams.

Apprenticeship Application Support

Help with your Alberta apprenticeship application and next steps after you graduate.

READY WHEN YOU ARE

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