{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:38:11.939Z","occupation":{"soc":"39-5011.00","title":"Barbers","group":"Personal Care & Service","sector":"81","jobZone":3,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers the full scope of barber practice in professional barbershop environments, from entry-level sanitation and supervised cutting through autonomous advanced styling, client relations, business management, and team leadership.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Scissors, combs, and clippers — clean and sterilize following established sanitation protocols in a supervised barbershop setting.","Protective draping cloth — drape and pin securely around a customer's shoulders under direct supervisor guidance before each service.","Basic clipper and scissor techniques — perform simple haircuts and trims according to client instructions under close supervision on the shop floor.","Client consultation questions — ask and record desired service preferences and style choices using scripted prompts during intake.","Work station and floor areas — clean and sweep consistently at the start and end of each shift following posted shop hygiene standards.","Shaving lather and straight razor — apply lather and execute basic neck and temple contour shaves under direct instructor or senior barber oversight.","Service tickets and point-of-sale software — record services rendered and process customer payments accurately using the shop's POS system.","Beard and moustache outlines — trim and shape using scissors with guidance from a senior barber on willing volunteer or mannequin practice clients.","Active listening skills — demonstrate attentive responses to client verbal cues and styling requests during introductory client interactions.","Hand and finger steadiness — practice controlled cutting motions on training mannequins to build arm-hand steadiness before working on live clients."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Sterilization equipment and sanitation logs — maintain instrument cleanliness and document compliance records routinely across a full day of barbershop appointments.","Draping and client preparation workflow — execute protective cloth placement efficiently and independently for varied client postures and service types.","Clippers, scissors, and blow dryers — deliver complete haircuts aligned with current hairstyle trends and client instructions with minimal oversight in a production barbershop.","Client consultations — conduct open-ended conversations to identify style preferences, adapting recommendations to face shape and hair texture in familiar service scenarios.","Shop cleanliness standards — manage workstation sanitation and floor sweeping between back-to-back appointments without prompting from management.","Razor and lather application — perform full beard shaves and precise neckline shaping independently, adjusting pressure and angle for different skin types.","Payment processing and service records — accurately log all services and handle cash, card, and digital payments using POS software during routine daily operations.","Beard and moustache styling — shape and trim facial hair to client specifications consistently, selecting appropriate scissor or trimmer techniques for varying growth patterns.","Social perceptiveness — read client mood and comfort cues during services, adjusting communication style to maintain a positive chair-side experience.","Scheduling software — use calendar and appointment management tools to book, confirm, and adjust client appointments within established shop protocols."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Full instrument sanitation program — enforce and troubleshoot sterilization procedures autonomously, resolving equipment or chemical issues without supervisor intervention in a high-volume shop.","Advanced cutting and styling techniques — execute complex fades, tapers, and textured cuts across diverse hair types without oversight, adapting to non-routine client requests.","Client style consultations — independently assess hair condition, facial structure, and lifestyle factors to recommend and deliver personalized haircut and grooming plans.","Straight razor shaving and beard sculpting — perform precise full-face shaves, beard designs, and moustache shaping for demanding clientele, managing sensitive skin complications confidently.","Customer service recovery — identify and resolve service dissatisfaction in real time, applying judgment and empathy to retain client trust and loyalty.","Workstation efficiency systems — design and maintain a personal workflow that maximizes client throughput while upholding sanitation and quality standards across a full appointment book.","Financial transaction management — oversee accurate service ticketing, gratuity recording, and end-of-day reconciliation using POS and spreadsheet software without supervisory review.","Irregular and specialty requests — adapt techniques for beard restoration, scalp treatments, and unconventional style requests that fall outside standard service menus.","Shop health and safety compliance — proactively identify sanitation or safety gaps and implement corrective actions aligned with state cosmetology board regulations.","Verbal communication and client education — clearly explain maintenance routines, product use, and style-care techniques to clients during and after services, using precise and accessible language."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Shop sanitation and safety standards — establish, document, and audit barbershop-wide sanitation protocols, ensuring regulatory compliance across all staff and service areas.","Staff cutting and styling development — mentor junior and mid-level barbers on technique refinement, providing structured feedback during live client services and training sessions.","Service menu and pricing strategy — design and update the shop's service offerings and pricing structure based on market trends, client demand analysis, and competitive benchmarking.","Client experience culture — set the standard for consultation quality and service orientation across the team, modeling active listening and social perceptiveness in every client interaction.","Business performance oversight — analyze revenue data, appointment utilization, and client retention metrics using spreadsheet and POS software to guide operational decisions.","Team scheduling and workflow optimization — manage staff scheduling software to align barber availability with peak demand periods, minimizing downtime and maximizing client satisfaction.","Brand and online presence — direct the development and maintenance of the shop's web presence and social media content, leveraging web creation and video editing tools to attract new clientele.","Professional development program — design and lead ongoing skill-building workshops for staff, covering advanced razor techniques, beard artistry, and evolving hairstyle trends.","Community and industry engagement — represent the barbershop at trade events, competitions, and vocational school partnerships, elevating the shop's professional reputation regionally.","Organizational vision and culture — define the shop's values around dependability, cooperation, and excellence, embedding these work styles into hiring practices, onboarding, and daily team culture."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}