Altitude is an academy designed to educate and introduce competent candidates into the field of barbering and the wide scope of styling the barbering industry encompasses. This is a nine month program that requires each individual to successfully complete 1528 hours of barbering theory and application as set forth by the North Carolina Board of Barber Examiners. After successful completion, all candidates must complete 12 months of apprenticeship under the tutelage of an established, registered barber.