Why SCCBB

Why Choose Us: A Career That Grows With You.

Choosing the right school is the first big step in your barber or beauty career. Here is why students across North San Diego County train with Southern California College of Barber & Beauty.

Family-ownedServing Escondido since 2017
Why this career

Four reasons this industry is worth it

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    Job security & growth

    Employment of barbers, hairstylists and cosmetologists is projected to grow 7% from 2025 to 2035, with about 80,300 openings a year nationally (BLS).

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    Flexible schedules

    Many pros are self-employed or rent a chair, so they set their own hours and build the week around their life.

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    Steady demand

    People keep getting haircuts, color and facials in every economy, which keeps licensed professionals busy.

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    Real earning potential

    California barbers earn a mean $47,720 a year and hairdressers and cosmetologists $48,290, plus tips and the chance to grow your own book (BLS, May 2025).

SCCBB instructor teaching a cosmetology technique
Instructors who mentor, not just teach
The SCCBB difference

Why students choose SCCBB

  • Nationally accredited by NACCAS and approved by the BPPE
  • 100% hands-on training in a real, public salon and barbershop
  • Day, part-time and night schedules
  • Financial aid for those who qualify, plus military & VA benefits
  • Job placement help through our salon and shop network
  • Family-owned, with instructors who know you by name
Benefits & aid

Support every step of the way

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    Financial aid

    Federal student aid, including Pell Grants, for eligible students. We walk you through the FAFSA. Explore financial aid

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    Military benefits

    Approved for VA education benefits for eligible veterans, service members and families. See military benefits

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    Alumni network

    Stay connected after graduation for job opportunities, events and continued education. Meet our alumni

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What people say about us

Best barber school in San Diego!... Organized school, instructors always professional, they teach you how to obtain your barber license without failure.Oliver W.Barbering graduate
The prices are beyond reasonable, very easy to schedule an appt, and all the stylist and barbers are so friendly and welcoming.Charleen H.Salon guest
I am very grateful to the College for helping me study and have my license... thanks to my teacher Mrs Azadeh Motamedi for her values. I will always be grateful.Graciella R.Cosmetology graduate
Take the first step

Your future in beauty starts here.

Visit our Escondido campus, meet the team and see the student salon in action.