Hands-On Barber School in Stone Mountain, GA
Get the Skills to Become a Barber in Georgia
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Behind every great fade, clean line-up, and confident client is a skilled barber trained the right way. If you're searching for a barber school in Stone Mountain, Georgia, your search ends here.
Pro Way Hair School has been serving Metro Atlanta since 1961. Our 1,500-hour Master Barber program at our Rockbridge Road campus in Stone Mountain gives students from Stone Mountain, Clarkston, Decatur, Tucker, Lithonia, Lilburn, and surrounding Metro Atlanta communities the skills and preparation to pursue a rewarding career in barbering.
If you've got a passion for the craft and the desire to build something real, Pro Way Hair School offers hands-on barber training close to home while keeping you connected to opportunities throughout Metro Atlanta.
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Train for a Future in Barbering
Shaving & Skincare
Cutting & Styling Techniques
Hair, Scalp & Chemical Services
Infection Control & Sanitation
How You'll Learn
Three Progressive Phases
Hands-On Training with Clients
Experienced Instructors
State Board Prep & Support
Accreditations & Licensing Employers Trust
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A Program Built Around Real Experience
Our Barbering Instructors
Cornelius Whitfield
Thomas M. Harris
Symbia Freeman
What Can You Do with a Barber License?
Graduates can pursue careers in barbershops, grooming studios, salons, and men’s grooming businesses. When you complete a course with a premier cosmetology school like Pro Way, you leave with more than a diploma. You leave prepared to get your license and a career.
Positions you may pursue include:
- Licensed Master Barber
- Barbershop Owner / Booth Renter
- Platform Artist / Educator
- Salon Manager
- Educator or Barber School Instructor (with additional qualifications)
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Take Our Career Training Readiness AssessmentConveniently Located in Stone Mountain
Pro Way’s Barbering Campus is located on Rockbridge Road in Stone Mountain, serving students from Stone Mountain, Clarkston, Decatur, Tucker, Lithonia, Lilburn, and surrounding Metro Atlanta communities.
The campus is conveniently located near major routes including Rockbridge Road, Memorial Drive, I-285, and Highway 78, with nearby MARTA service available. Students train in a campus dedicated to barbering, with hands-on instruction in cutting, shaving, chemical services, sanitation, and professional skills. Explore the Barbering Campus
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Launch Your Career with a Georgia State Board License
Pro Way's curriculum is built around the exact competencies the State Board tests. By the time you finish your State Board Exam Prep Class, the exam isn't a hurdle — it's a confirmation of everything you've already learned.
Financial Aid
Students may be eligible for:
- Federal Pell Grants
- Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans
- Veteran Administration (VA) Educational Benefits
- Title IV Federal Financial Aid Programs
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Barbering Curriculum Overview
- Classroom Theory (50 Hours): Chemistry, disinfection, hygiene, and Georgia laws and rules
- Hair & Scalp Treatments, Shampooing & Conditioning (25 Hours): Hair analysis, scalp conditions, treatment procedures, shampoo product knowledge
- Shaving (25 Hours): Straight-razor technique, the fourteen-stroke shaving process
- Coloring of Hair (25 Hours): Bleaching, highlighting, permanent, semi-permanent, and temporary color
- Hair Cutting & Styling (70 Hours): Precision cutting, fading, tapering, and proper use of clippers, razors, shears, and trimmers
- Facial Hair Design & Waxing (20 Hours): theory of facial massage, equipment, and facial treatments
- Permanent Waving, Relaxing, and Chemical Application (65 Hours): Chemistry of permanent wave solution, technique of placing wave rods on the client's head
Upon completion of the first 280 hours, you will continue your studies to fully prepare for becoming a licensed barber.
- Theory (200 Hours)
- Hairstyling Techniques & Cutting (500 Hours): proper/improper handling of instruments and training on maniques/live models
- Shaving (25 Hours): proper/improper handling of instruments, training on mannequins/live models, proper disposal of razor blades
- Shampooing (5 Hours): proper shampooing procedures, knowledge of shampoo formulas, and water temperature
- Facial Hair Design & Waxing (10 Hours)
- Scalp Treatment Techniques (10 Hours): hair analysis, scalp conditions, and treatments
- Permanent Waving, Relaxation, and Chemical Application (270 Hours): chemistry of cold wave solution relaxers and reactions, techniques of placing cold wave rods, chemistry of color, technique, and chemical action of hair color
- Additional Instruction (200 Hours): At the discretion of the instructor
FAQs
Applicants to the barbering program at Pro Way Hair School’s campus must have a high school diploma or GED, complete a successful admissions interview, and visit the school prior to enrollment. A $125 registration fee is required, after which applicants are notified of their admittance. Pro Way Hair School does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.
Start Your Application TodayThe barbering program is offered at the Rockbridge Extension Campus in Stone Mountain, GA, with both day and night schedule options. Day classes run Tuesday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Night classes run Monday through Thursday: Monday 5:00–9:00 p.m., and Tuesday through Thursday 5:00–10:00 p.m. The availability of an evening schedule makes the barbering program accessible for students who need flexibility around work or other commitments.
Learn More About Our Program TodayFinancial aid programs are available to students who qualify, including Pell Grants and Direct Education Loans. Grants do not need to be repaid. Students can start the process by completing the FAFSA at studentaid.gov. For specific questions about how financial aid applies to the barbering program, contact Pro Way's financial aid office directly.
Contact the Financial Aid Office- Resume building — craft a professional profile that stands out
- Interview coaching — walk in confident, not nervous
- Live job board — updated regularly with current openings
- Direct employer connections — salons and shops come to us looking for graduates like you
- Verification services — transcripts and skills confirmation provided to prospective employers on request
- Referral network — personalized salon and student referrals to match you with the right fit
Pro Way’s Master Barber program is offered at our Rockbridge Road Barbering Campus in Stone Mountain, Georgia. The campus serves students from Stone Mountain, Clarkston, Decatur, Tucker, Lithonia, Lilburn, and surrounding Metro Atlanta communities. Campus visits are available and are a great way to see the training environment, meet instructors, and learn more about the program.
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*Program length when completed in normal time (12-months for full-time days or 18-months for part-time)
**Source: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/personal-care-and-service/barbers-hairstylists-and-cosmetologists.htm