Education - Barbers

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Public/Private Barbers Schools

In Maryland, barber schools are regulated by other state entities. The role of the Board of Barbers in you opening your school is to review and approve the curriculum that you plan to teach.

You will need to start the process with MHEC (Maryland Higher Education Commission) 410-767-3300 to open a Private Career School.

• Maryland State Department of Education — for public schools
  
• Maryland Higher Education Commission — for private schools
  

The document below outlines the approval process for Private Career Schools (PCS) as managed by the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC). It provides guidance on the steps required for a school to receive authorization to operate, including submission of required documentation, curriculum review, and compliance with state regulations. While the Board of Barbers oversees the curriculum and training standards for barbering programs, the PCS approval process itself is an MHEC responsibility, and schools must adhere to MHEC’s requirements in order to receive and maintain their official approval. This webpage serves as a resource for schools seeking to understand the necessary procedures and regulatory obligations.

MHEC - Private Career School Approval Process

Please use this Curriculum Review Checklist for Barber Schools as a guide.

There is no continuing education requirement to renew a barber license.