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Barber
Barbers cut and style hair, shave and trim beards, and provide grooming services primarily for male clients in barbershops and salons. FL requires 1,200 training hours for licensure. FL's barbers earn a notably higher median ($46,900) than cosmetologists, in part because barbershops are often cash-heavy small businesses with strong booth rental income.
FL Median Salary
$46,900
Entry Salary
$30,320
Experienced
$79,270
FL Growth
N/A
Requirements & Training
- Credential: FL Barber License; 1,200 training hours + written + practical exam; biennial renewal
Career Path
- Barber Apprentice
- Licensed Barber
- Senior Barber/Master Barber
- Barbershop Manager
- Barbershop Owner
Top Florida Employers
Barbershops (independent/chain)Hotel/resort barber servicesSelf-employed (booth rental)Military base barbershops
Related Programs
- Barbering Diploma
- Barber Certificate