Barber Technology

Bravado Academy’s 1000- Hour Barbering Program is a hybrid training pathway aligned with Connecticut licensing requirements.

• 100% online, self-paced coursework
• Weekly modules released Mondays
• Assignments must be submitted by the posted due date
• Computer + reliable internet required

• Location: 1258 Gold Star Highway, Groton, CT
• Schedule: Wednesdays & Thursdays, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Live client practice under supervision

• Registration Fee: $100.00
  
• Books: $400.00
  
• Equipment/Supplies: $560.00
  
• Tuition: $7,440.00
  
• Total Cost: $8,500.00

Bravado Academy does not offer federal financial aid (FAFSA).

Payment Plan

7 monthly payments of $1,062.86.  

WIOA Funding

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funding may be available to eligible students.

Eligibility and approval are determined by your local American Job Center, not Bravado Academy.

Bravado Academy does not qualify, approve, or manage WIOA funding; this process is handled entirely by a separate workforce agency.

To check eligibility, contact:
American Job Center of Eastern Connecticut
601 Norwich New London Turnpike, Suite 1
Uncasville, CT 06382
Main Phone:

(860) 848-5200
Career Center Services/Workshops:

(860) 848-5240 

Admissions Requirements

• Completed enrollment application
  
• $100 registration fee
  
• $960 down payment
  
• Valid photo ID
  
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent (9th grade equivalency accepted)

2026 Start Dates and Enrollment Deadlines

• February 2, 2026 
• Enrollment Deadline: January 19, 2026

• March 2, 2026
• Enrollment Deadline: February 16, 2026

• April 6, 2026 
• Enrollment Deadline: March 23, 2026

• May 4, 2026 
• Enrollment Deadline: April 20, 2026

• June 1, 2026
• Enrollment Deadline: May 18, 2026

• July 6, 2026 
• Enrollment Deadline: June 22, 2026

• August 3, 2026 
• Enrollment Deadline: July 20, 2026

• September 7, 2026
• Enrollment Deadline: August 24, 2026

• October 5, 2026
• Enrollment Deadline: September 21, 2026

• November 2, 2026
• Enrollment Deadline: October 19, 2026

• December 7, 2026
• Enrollment Deadline: November 23, 2026

To apply, submit your application and required documents to:
kmurphy@bravadoacademy.com

Bravado Academy
190 State Street, New London, CT 06320
(860) 634-8338