The Master Hair Design Master Barber program is designed to prepare students to enter the world of hair design. Students can secure employment in a salon and/or prepare to open a new salon business.
Students will develop communication, professional behavior, and the core skills of working in a salon business. Students work with salon guests in a well-equipped salon and will perform these skills with the newest techniques, products and equipment in the industry. Students learn to communicate with customers, analyze hair, perform the duties of hair cutting, coloring, styling, and chemical texture services.
This program includes 1005 clock time hours of instruction required by the State of Utah for licensure. Students are prepared to take the National Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology/Barbering Licensure, and examination required for licensure.
This program is eligible for Financial and Veterans Aid! Learn more
Registration Information:
PROGRAM LOCATION | Pre-registration open | pre-registration closes | program start date |
|---|---|---|---|
Lehi, Spanish Fork, Heber | March 11, 2026 | May 22, 2026 | August 17, 2026 |
Lehi, Spanish Fork, Heber | May 29, 2026 | August 14, 2026 | October 19, 2026 |
Lehi, Payson, Heber | August 19, 2026 | October 16, 2026 | January 5, 2027 |
Lehi, Payson, Heber | October 22, 2026 | January 4, 2027 | March 8, 2027 |
Lehi, Payson, Heber | January 7, 2027 | March 5, 2027 | June 1, 2027 |
Minimum Age Requirement: 17 years old. High school students must be in their senior year.
Enrollment is based on a randomized selection process.
Satisfy Entrance Requirements with Testing Center
Complete pre-registration form.
Must meet with an Admissions Advisor to complete the Pre-Acknowledgment form after being selected through the pre-selection process.
| Term | Campus | Room # | Start Date – End Date | Time | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 307, 313 | 08/17/2026 | 8:00 am – 4:30 pm | Monday – Friday |
| Fall 2026 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 307, 313 | 08/17/2026 | 4:30 pm – 9:15pm | Monday – Thursday |
| Fall 2026 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 307, 313 | 08/17/2026 | 7:00 am – 3:00 pm | Saturday |
| Fall 2026 | Spanish Fork Building A | TBD | 08/17/2026 | 8:00 am – 4:30 pm | Monday – Friday |
| Fall 2026 | Spanish Fork Building A | TBD | 08/17/2026 | 4:30 pm – 9:15pm | Monday – Thursday |
| Fall 2026 | Spanish Fork Building A | TBD | 08/17/2026 | 7:00 am – 3:00 pm | Saturday |
| Fall 2026 | Heber Valley Campus | TBD | 08/17/2026 | 8:00 am – 4:30 pm | Monday – Friday |
| Fall 2026 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 307, 313 | 10/19/2026 | 8:00 am – 4:30 pm | Monday – Friday |
| Fall 2026 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 307, 313 | 10/19/2026 | 4:30 pm – 9:15pm | Monday – Thursday |
| Fall 2026 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 307, 313 | 10/19/2026 | 7:00 am – 3:00 pm | Saturday |
| Fall 2026 | Spanish Fork Building A | TBD | 10/19/2026 | 8:00 am – 4:30 pm | Monday – Friday |
| Fall 2026 | Spanish Fork Building A | TBD | 10/19/2026 | 4:30 pm – 9:15pm | Monday – Thursday |
| Fall 2026 | Spanish Fork Building A | TBD | 10/19/2026 | 7:00 am – 3:00 pm | Saturday |
| Fall 2026 | Heber Valley Campus | TBD | 10/19/2026 | 8:00 am – 4:30 pm | Monday – Friday |
| Spring 2027 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 307, 313 | 01/05/2027 | 8:00 am – 4:30 pm | Monday – Friday |
| Spring 2027 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 307, 313 | 01/05/2027 | 4:30 pm – 9:15pm | Monday – Thursday |
| Spring 2027 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 307, 313 | 01/05/2027 | 7:00 am – 3:00 pm | Saturday |
| Spring 2027 | Payson | B – TBD | 01/05/2027 | 8:00 am – 4:30 pm | Monday – Friday |
| Spring 2027 | Payson | B – TBD | 01/05/2027 | 4:30 pm – 9:15pm | Monday – Thursday |
| Spring 2027 | Payson | B – TBD | 01/05/2027 | 7:00 am – 3:00 pm | Saturday |
| Course Name | Course Hours | Course Credits | Tuition | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Design Basics | 90 | 3 | $360.00 | $1,290.00 |
| Barbering Basics | 60 | 2 | $240.00 | $143.00 |
| Chemical Services Basics | 90 | 3 | $360.00 | $121.00 |
| Esthetics Basics | 60 | 2 | $240.00 | $71.00 |
| Nails Basics | 60 | 2 | $240.00 | $255.00 |
| Cosmetology/Barbering Clinical I | 135 | 3 | $360.00 | $80.00 |
| Clinical II | 135 | 3 | $360.00 | $120.00 |
| Professional Skills | 90 | 3 | $360.00 | $371.00 |
| Clinical VI B | 125 | 2 | $360.00 | $194.00 |
| Clinical III | 135 | 3 | $360.00 | $114.00 |
| Clinical IV | 135 | 3 | $360.00 | $115.00 |
| Clinical V | 135 | 3 | $360.00 | $130.00 |
Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program.
While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.
| Tuition/Fees | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition: | $3,120.00 |
| Application Fee: | $0.00 |
| Course Fees: | $2,792.00 |
| Required Materials: | $50.00 |
| Industry Exam Fees: | $277.00 |
| Total Cost of Program: | $5,912 |
Note: High school students attend MTECH tuition free, and are only responsible for fees and materials.
Course-by-course cost breakdowns can be found on the “Courses” tab above.
Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program.
While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.
Required Materials
materials | Notes | cost |
|---|---|---|
Hair Design Kit | Included in Course Fees | |
Textbooks | Included in Course Fees | |
State Board Kit Rental | Required for State of Utah Practical Exam. | $50 |
Computing Device with Audio/Video Capabilities and online connectivity | $0 |
Optional Materials
OPTIONAL Materials | Notes | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
Additional Mannequins | up to 10 additional mannequins may be required. Each mannequin is approximately $45 | $450 | |
Exam | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
State of Utah Written Exam | $112- Included in Course Fees | |
State of Utah Practical Exam | $105- Included in Course Fees | |
State of Utah Licensure Fee | $60 – Included in Course Fees |
MTECH Program Certificate in Master Hair Design and Master Barber
Students are prepared to take the State of Utah written and practical exam to be a licensed Master Hair Designer or Master Barber.
How flexible are the hours? Can I come both day and night?
Due to the hours necessary for completion, schedules are not flexible, and students can only attend one schedule.
What services can I provide if I get a Hair Design license?
Students can provide hair services that include color, cut, styling, and other hair-related services. Hair Design students are not licensed to perform nail or aesthetics services (including eyelashes).
Admission requirements may be met by taking the Entrance Assessment OR by providing qualifying documentation. The Entrance Assessment can be taken at a Testing Center, and qualifying documents can be sent to transcripts@mtec.edu.
Learn more about the assessment HERE
If chosen, you will be notified via email on the registration day to confirm your placement. You must confirm your place within 3 business days.
If chosen as an alternate, you will be placed on a waiting list. For every cycle not chosen, you will receive a preferential point to help increase the chances for next time.
Appointments can be scheduled HERE
