Now that you’re on the verge of completing your barbering training program, you must be thinking about how to get into the work field. To become a professional barber, you need to meet various requirements such as completing a barbering program, obtaining a license and more. But, most importantly you must enroll in one of the best-advanced barber institutes to acquire the required knowledge and skills. To get an admission in a reputable barber school, the candidates must provide proofs of a high school diploma or GED. In case, the students don’t have a GED or a high school diploma, they must take ATB - Ability to Benefit Test - testing.
Let’s learn how to pass your barbering license exam!
Understand what to expect in the exam - Usually, a barbering license exam includes a written and practical section, which cover most of the topics you've learned in the school. The written exam consists of 50 questions and you get 90 minutes to complete it. On the other hand, the practical exam takes three hours, and you’ll be tested in the following areas:
- Haircutting
- Work area and client preparation
- Set up of supplies
- Using straight razor for shaving
- Chemical waving
- Blood exposure procedure
- Thermal curling
- Blow-dry styling
- Chemical Relaxer
- Predisposition test and strand test with the simulated product
- Hair color
Make the best use of mock tests and lessons
During your school time, you might have got various opportunities to practice what you’ve learned throughout your barbering training course. Make the best use of all the resources to strengthen your skills. Take as much as mock written and practical exams as you can and stay back to master the barbering techniques. Participate in competitions and entering contests.
Do all the necessary paperwork
Once you have done with your barbering course, you’re eligible to take your licensing exam. Complete the registration, pay the required fee, and submit the form online. Plus, you need to be at least 17 years old to be a licensed barber and attach a copy of government-issued photo identification with your form.
Rest properly before the exam
To do your best, you must get plenty of rest before the exam day. You need to provide your brain with sufficient rest to work actively and have a good breakfast. Don’t be anxious during the exam use the techniques you’ve learned in the past.
To know more about ATB - Ability to Benefit Test testing, feel free to call IBI - International Barber Institute - (631) 273-5755. They offer various barbering training programs and courses which may interest you.
