About Moler

More Than a Century of Craft

Moler has been training barbers, cosmetologists, and estheticians in the Bay Area since 1910. We’re a family-owned school with campuses across Oakland, Hayward, and San Pablo — and we’ve spent over a century focused on one thing: preparing students to walk into the industry ready to work.

Small classes. Hands-on training. Instructors who are licensed professionals with real-world experience. That’s what you get at Moler.

Why Moler

Training That Prepares You for the Real Thing

From your first day in the classroom to your last hour on the clinic floor, everything at Moler is built around practical skill. You’ll work on real clients in a professional environment, guided by instructors who’ve worked in the industry themselves.

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  • Licensed, industry-experienced instructors
  • Real client experience on our on-site clinic floor
  • Small classes — avg. 1:14 instructor-to-student ratio
  • 24/7 access to CIMA, our digital learning platform
  • Federal financial aid available for those who qualify
  • VA, Voc Rehab, and WIOA funding accepted
  • Career services support through graduation

Our Programs

Courses We Offer

Barbering

Master haircutting, shaving, chemical services, and grooming techniques. Train on real clients in a professional barbershop setting.

Duration As soon as 7 months*
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Cosmetology

Learn hair cutting and design, color, chemical services, and basic skin and nail care — in a supervised salon environment.

Duration As soon as 7 months*
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Esthetics

Specialize in skincare, facials, hair removal, and makeup application. A focused program designed to prepare you for licensure.

Duration As soon as 4 months*
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Career Outcomes

We Stay in Your Corner After You Graduate

Career readiness is built into the program from day one. Before you graduate, you’ll work with our team on resume development, interview prep, and building your professional brand. We also connect eligible students and graduates with local employers who are actively looking to hire.

Moler provides career services in good faith. The College does not guarantee employment or a specific wage rate. Outcomes depend on individual performance, attendance, and job search effort.

  • Resume development and interview preparation
  • Personal branding and social media guidance
  • Referrals to local employers and hiring partners
  • Access to Beauty Cast Network
  • Business development support through the Alliance for Community Development
Student Testimonials

What Our Students Are Saying

Real students. Real results.

★★★★★

The definition of hidden talent. Great students and teachers. They have beauty school salon prices. They do braids here as well. Very impressed with the service I received.

★★★★★

Nothing but a great experience here. You’re not a Guinea pig when you sit in that chair - you’re a client; albeit one of your barbers first. These barbers have a great vibe at this location and nothing beats the $10 price… although I suggest to plan to say thank you for your great cut with a $10 tip on top of it. Huge shout out to Hunter who gave me an awesome haircut!

★★★★★

I'm always satisfied with the haircuts I get here. The student barbers are extremely detail-oriented and reliable.

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Ready to take the next step? Speak with an admissions advisor about upcoming start dates, financial aid options, and what to expect on your first day.