Olive-Harvey College (OHC) and City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) are proud to announce the launch of a new Barbering program that prepares Early College students to earn an Associate in Applied Science degree or an Advanced Certificate in barbering while gaining the technical and business skills needed to succeed in the industry both as a barber and an business owner of a barber shop. As part of the Chicago Roadmap and in the spring of 2026, Olive-Harvey College will offer dual credit barbering to High School students who participate in Early College, creating a clear, early pathway from high school to a skilled career while expanding access to other college-level pathways. The college credits are stackable and the program offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes haircutting, shaving, grooming, sanitation, customer service, and shop management. For more information about the Barbering program at Olive-Harvey College, contact the City Colleges of Chicago Office of Admissions by clicking here or visit https://www.ccc.edu/services/city-colleges-of-chicago-admissions-offices/, or call 312-COLLEGE.

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