Cross Over: Master Barber to Master Cosmetologist Program

Take Your Career to the Next Level by Learning Cosmetology

Already a licensed master barber in Georgia? Our 300-hour Crossover Program lets you build on your existing expertise by adding hair color, chemical texture services, skincare, nail care, and more, without completing the full cosmetology program. Graduate prepared to sit for the state exam and pursue your Master Cosmetologist license. Offered at our Atlanta Buckhead campus.

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Expand Your Skills with Cosmetology Techniques

You’ll study cosmetology through classroom lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on practice in our real-world salon under licensed instructor supervision. This 300-hour bridge program builds on your barbering expertise while expanding your skills in hair color, chemical texture services, skincare, nail care, and other core cosmetology competencies, meeting state requirements in theory, lab, and clinical application.

Why Add Cosmetology to Your Barber License?

Dual licensure expands what you can offer, color services, nail care, special event styling, skincare, and more, without leaving barbering behind. It can increase your earning potential, broaden your client base, and open doors in hybrid salon/barbershop environments. Whether you discovered a passion for a cosmetology service or simply want maximum versatility, this program is built for you.

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Be More Versatile

Envision yourself offering coloring services, nail care services, special event hairstyling services, and more, without abandoning your skills as a barber. When you take our crossover program, you are setting yourself up for maximum versatility, opening more professional roles than before.

See What Our Students Have To Say

Lisa Easton

Elaine Sterling has not only been a great instructor, but has continued to lead her students. I now own a medical spa and Elaine continues to provide guidance and clinical advice for me. I appreciate and admire her ambition in this field and look forward to her continued support.

Lisa Easton

Marisa Costigan

I am really glad I took the laser class offered at The Elaine Sterling Institute. Elaine’s school is very nice & professional. Tony Stanfill is an excellent instructor and she is very thorough in teaching laser safety and education. I thought there was plenty of hands on experience with the different lasers. After taking the class, I got offered a position at a dermatology practice.

Marisa Costigan

Janice Laster

Just wanted to touch base with you and say thank you so much for your classes at TIEGA!! EVERYONE LOVED YOU!!! You are a wonderful educator, knowledgeable and entertaining, especially in the way you teach!! We are looking forward to the GACTE Conference in July! Take care and again thank you very much!

Janice Laster

Natasha Harvey

I have really enjoyed Ms. Gina's online class! She is an awesome teacher and breaks down the material for comprehensive and does not overwhelm.

Natasha Harvey

Cher Clark

Elaine, it was my pleasure to get to know you and have you as my mentor during my time as your student during my introduction to esthetics. Without your expertise and approval I may not have had the confidence I needed to face such a major career change. Thank you so much!

Cher Clark

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Crossover: Master Barber to Master Cosmetologist Program

Are there any prerequisites for this program?

Yes, you must have an active Master Barber license in the state of Georgia to enroll in this program.

Could I get federal financial aid to help pay for tuition?

No, financial aid is not available for this program. You can ask us about our payment plans, which help break up the cost of tuition over a few months.

Does this program lead directly to a license in Cosmetology?

This program prepares you to sit for the state exam, so you can go on to pursue your Master Cosmetologist license.

Start Your Beauty Career

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How to Enroll in Our Crossover Program

Enhance your career by furthering your beauty education! Start the enrollment process today.

Our Cross Over: Master Barber to Master Cosmetologist program could be the key to your next big career move! If you currently have a barber license in the state of Georgia, you could be eligible to enroll. Contact us to get more information.