Hero Barbering Academy
Hero Barbering Academy
Barbering is an amazing profession. It grants you great power to express your creativity. With that comes a great responsibility to improve a client's self-esteem. It's spectacular what you can do with the right training, like the kind available at Hero Barbering Academy.
Each course of study can give you the confidence and experience you need to be a barber. Our highly skilled instructors teach haircutting, straight razor techniques, as well as men's long hair design, coloring, styling and grooming.
Hero Barbering Academy is housed in the Ricci's Academy facility. Both are owned and operated by Dan Riccio, Director of Ricci's Academy. Dan has received many awards for his innovative styles. He is also featured as a leading platform artist and recognized as a consummate educator.
In addition to the Hero Barbering Academy, Dan also owns and operates Hero For Men Barbering. Our new 1,200-square-foot facility has been designed exclusively for barbering.
Barbering Program
Our student-oriented Barbering program is designed to produce a higher caliber of professional barbers. We offer courses that accommodate both the beginning barber and the licensed professional who wishes to improve. We offer:
• Theoretical instruction
• Practical instruction
• Supervised practice
At Hero Barbering Academy, our program can enable you to enjoy a successful, fun and rewarding career. Courses start the first Tuesday of every month. We offer 3 different schedules for your convenience:
• 9 months at 40 hours per week
• 12 months at 30 hours per week
• Part time: 20 hours per week, day and evening
Accreditation
Hero Barbering Academy teaches a comprehensive course in barbering approved by the state of Connecticut.
Career Placement Assistance
Dan Riccio and Hero Barbering Academy are recognized throughout Southern Connecticut. We have strong affiliations with some of the area's most prestigious industry organizations. Our graduates are sought after by employers. When you graduate from Hero Barbering Academy, you can have the skills necessary to be a success in a barbershop.
