Clinic: Tue–Thu 9:00 am – 2:30 pm · Fri–Sat 8:00 am – 2:30 pm 122 Cleveland Avenue SW, Suite E, Atlanta 404.559.0704
A Profile Institute student giving a client a haircut

Atlanta’s community barber school · Since 1989

Build a career you can be proud of.

Train with licensed instructors, work with real clients on our clinic floor, and get ready for the Georgia State Board exams at Profile Institute of Barber-Styling.

  • Master Barber program
  • Barber Instructor program
  • Approved for VA education benefits

Programs

Learn the craft. Earn your license.

Classroom theory, hands-on clinic training and state board preparation, all under one roof on Cleveland Avenue.

Master Barber (Barber-Styling)

1,500 clock hours · 11 months · 32.5 hours a week

Our core program prepares you for the theory and practical examinations required by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers, so you can become a licensed master barber.

Barber Instructor

750 clock hours · 7 months · 26 hours a week

For licensed barbers who want to enter the education field. Learn to plan lessons, teach, demonstrate and evaluate the next generation of barbers.

A relaxed client in the student clinic chair

Student Clinic

Get styled by our students.

Affordable cuts, shaves, color and more. All work is done by students under the supervision of licensed instructors.

  • Haircut$10
  • Haircut, elementary school students$7
  • Beard Trim$6

Clinic hours: Tuesday – Thursday, 9:00 am – 2:30 pm; Friday – Saturday, 8:00 am – 2:30 pm. Prices subject to change.

Students studying under a microscope in the classroom

Why Profile

More than a haircut school.

  • Family-owned and community-based, at the same Atlanta location since 1989
  • Licensed instructors who supervise every clinic service
  • Hands-on training with real clients in our student clinic
  • Focused preparation for the Georgia State Board theory and practical exams
  • Financial aid guidance, plus approval for VA education benefits
Our story

Student voices

“Profile isn’t just about barbering.”

I recommend Profile Institute for anyone wanting to become a barber. I enjoyed the classroom setting and hands on experience. The length of the program and dedicated instructors allow you to be fully prepared for your transition in the barber industry.
S. McCloudProfile Institute student
I started Profile not knowing ANYTHING about hair. In my time here, I’ve learned not only how to cut and style hair, how to color and many more things. However, you won’t just learn hair things. I’ve learned time management, emotional control, and most importantly, accountability. I would recommend 10 times.
Davis, TProfile Institute student
Profile has been tremendously helpful for me! The instructors have taught me a lot! I am now confident to be in a real barbershop. I’m grateful for all of their help!
J. PaytonProfile Institute student

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Visit us

Come see the school.

Schedule an interview and a tour with our Admissions Office.

Address
122 Cleveland Avenue SW, Suite E
Atlanta, Georgia 30315
School hours
Tuesday – Saturday
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Clinic hours
Tuesday – Thursday, 9:00 am – 2:30 pm
Friday – Saturday, 8:00 am – 2:30 pm
The Profile Institute of Barber-Styling storefront on Cleveland Avenue

Ready to start your barbering career?

Schedule an interview and a tour of our Atlanta campus. New classes start every three months.