Empowering future barbers for success.

Foundational techniques, contemporary looks, and a vibe that welcomes everyone who's interested in this discipline. Our barbering curriculum delivers all that and more.

Milady Standard Barbering

7th Edition

Coming January 2025

Designed to develop future barbers, this edition includes foundational principles, safety protocols, and modern trends and techniques needed for success in school, the licensing exam, and barbering careers. Available in print and digital formats on CIMA, in English and Spanish.

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“After using the Milady curriculum in school, I plan to be a professional that uses Milady forward-thinking values to help reshape the industry.”

Student at La’Virtue Beauty Institute
Enhance Your Barbering Program
Shaving

A comprehensive guide to learning the art of straight razor shaving, including theory and step-by-step instructions for every procedure.

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Barbering Curriculum
CIMA Collabs: Beauty as a Business

An interactive, online digital marketing curriculum designed specifically for beauty schools.

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CIMA Collabs: Prosper U

Interactive, online business and financial literacy courses, designed for the beauty industry.

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Barbering Curriculum
Natural Hair Care & Braiding

An essential for programs committed to diversity and representation, this book focuses on hair that's naturally curly, coily, or multi-textured.

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Razor Cutting

Developed by celebrity stylist Nick Arrojo, this resource is perfect for students interested in practicing the precision-based razor cutting method.

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Studio Luma

We've created 48 episodes, and each one depicts a technical procedure and authentic conversations in a salon so students can learn soft skills, too.

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Barbering Curriculum
Business Fundamentals

Elevate enrollment in your school, increase retail and service revenue, develop instructors' skills, AND position students for success.

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Barbering Curriculum
Beauty & Wellness Dictionary

Every student needs an A-Z reference book for beauty and wellness terms. Includes full-color images and pronunciation guide.

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