Tulsa, OK – 19th December, 2025: Tom’s Men’s Haircuts, Tulsa’s appointment-only men’s grooming leader with locations in Midtown and South Tulsa, today announced the launch of the Tom’s Barber Development Program, a comprehensive skill-based training initiative designed to produce the next generation of high-level men’s grooming professionals.
The 12-month paid apprenticeship combines daily hands-on chair time with a structured curriculum covering advanced fade techniques, straight-razor work, beard sculpting, client consultation, and business operations. Unlike traditional cosmetology or barber school models that rely heavily on mannequin practice, every hour of the Tom’s program takes place on real paying clients under the direct supervision of senior staff who have collectively performed more than 150,000 haircuts.
Participants begin with foundational clipper and shear work, progress to skin fades and razor fades, and finish with full client management, including scheduling, retail sales, and social media portfolio building. Graduates receive an industry-recognized certification from Tom’s Men’s Haircuts, priority hiring consideration at both Tulsa locations, and ongoing mentorship for the first year of professional practice.
“Great barbers aren’t made in classrooms alone—they’re built one perfect fade at a time,” said a representative of Tom’s Men’s Haircuts. “This program gives driven individuals the real-world repetition and immediate feedback needed to reach elite level quickly while earning money and serving actual clients from day one. We’re raising the standard for men’s grooming in Tulsa by growing our own talent from the ground up.”
The program addresses the growing demand for skilled men’s specialists in the region. Since opening its first location in 2022 and second in 2025, Tom’s Men’s Haircuts has consistently maintained wait times of two to four weeks, even with extended hours, due to client loyalty and word-of-mouth growth. The company reports that 68 % of new clients now arrive specifically requesting advanced techniques such as razor fades, high fades with textured crops, and detailed beard lineups—services that require thousands of supervised repetitions to master.
Applications for the inaugural 2026 cohort are now open. Candidates must be 18 or older, hold a valid Oklahoma cosmetology or barber license (or be enrolled), and pass a practical skills assessment. Selected apprentices receive an hourly training wage, full benefits after 90 days, and all tools provided during the program. Interested individuals may apply online at tomshaircuts.com/careers or text “TRAIN” to 918-727-8018 (Midtown) or 918-233-6605 (South Tulsa).
Tom’s Men’s Haircuts continues its commitment to delivering Tulsa’s premier men’s grooming experience through appointment-only service, complimentary beverages, in-chair scalp massage options, and a $9.99 first-visit promotion that has welcomed thousands of new clients since launch.
Interested customers can book an appointment online using the link provided below.
About Toms Men’s Haircuts
Founded by Justin Moore in 2022, Tom’s Men’s Haircuts operates two appointment-only locations in Tulsa—at 4203 S Sheridan Ave (Midtown) and 6333 E 120th Ct. Unit B (South Tulsa). Recognized for precision men’s haircuts, beard grooming, razor services, and an unmatched client-focused atmosphere, Tom’s has become the city’s highest-rated men’s grooming destination. The brand is built on the belief that every man deserves to look good, feel good, and do good through exceptional service and community connection.