The process to get a barber license in Texas takes about nine months. You must complete 1,500 hours of education at a state-approved barber school. The program covers basics like shampooing and builds up to more advanced techniques of haircutting, coloring, texturing, and shaving. You get hands-on experience working with mannequins and real clients. After finishing school, you must pass exams in practical skills and theory to qualify for your license.
To open a barbershop in Texas, you need a barber license. The license allows you to legally own and operate a shop. People wonder if they can use a straight razor with a cosmetology license – the answer is no. Only a barber license permits straight razor use.
Over 16,000 licensed barbers currently work in the state. They earn an average salary around $34,000 per year, although this varies by location and other factors. Barber income potential rises with experience, clientele, and services offered.