Barbering program returns after years-long fade

By Jean Borst

After a long break, Barbering is back at Clover Park Technical College. The new program, which launched this month, builds on what worked in the past while adding a fresh approach that meets the needs of today’s students and workforce.

[caption id="attachment_7624" align="aligncenter" width="764"] The first cohort of students enrolled in CPTC's new Barbering certificate program gather in their on-campus salon inside the McGavick Student Center, Building 23.[/caption]

Designed with purpose

CPTC first offered barbering in the early 2000s. But like several programs across the college, it was paused during the 2008 recession. When CPTC began exploring its return, the focus was on practicality: Was this a program that could deliver real value?

“The college is always looking at ways we can support our students and the community,” said Dean of Instruction Michelle Hillesland. “We also look at factors like program length, program cost and – most important – does it lead to a good job.”

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