Why You Should Get Kids Haircut Certified — and How to Use It to Your Advantage
Robb Hanlon
If you’ve ever had a toddler scream or meltdown in your chair, you already know — kids’ haircuts can be a challenge.
But here’s the good news: you can stand out in your area just by getting certified. Whether you’re new to cutting kids or already feel confident, becoming Kids Haircut Certified can level up your skills, attract more families, and boost your credibility in a way that actually matters to parents.
Oh — and did we mention it’s completely free?
Here’s why you should do it (and how to make the most of it):
1. Gives You Instant Credibility as a Kid-Friendly Barber
When it comes to their child’s first haircut, parents aren’t just looking for the cheapest option — they’re looking for someone they can trust to make the experience smooth, stress-free, and even fun.
Displaying your Kids Haircut Certification in your shop, on social media, or your booking page shows parents that you specialize in working with kids and eases their worries knowing you as a barber actually want to work with kids — making them far more likely to book with you and trust you as their kid’s barber.
2. Adds Professionalism to Your Barbershop or Salon
Most shops don’t have a clear system for working with young kids. When you’re Kid’s Haircut Certified, it shows you’ve taken the time to learn how to create a calm, positive experience for kids — and that reflects well on you as a hair professional and your entire business.
Plus, it’s a great talking point for walk-ins, social media bios, or service menus.
3. Helps Improve Your Haircut Skills With Kids
The truth is, most barbers aren’t taught how to handle crying toddlers or fidgety first haircuts at barber school. That’s where our free expert kids’ haircut resources and certification come in.
Our certification quiz helps sharpen your awareness of:
Sensory-friendly kids’ haircut techniques
Communication tips with both kids and parents
Tools, tricks, and tips that actually work and are easy to integrate into your everyday haircut process.
4. It’s Completely Free (And Takes 5 Minutes to Complete)
No hidden costs, no gimmicks. Just a quiz built by a professional whose been there — and want to help others get better at it, too.
Once you’re certified, you’ll get access to:
A downloadable and printable Kids Haircut Specialist Certificate
Ongoing tools and tips to continuously build on your kids’ haircut skills and techniques
Take the Quiz. Get Certified. Stand Out.
Whether you’re solo in your suite or part of a full barbershop team, this certification helps you attract the right clients — and shows families you care.
