WE BUILD BARBERS WHO UNDERSTAND THE WORK.
MGTCI prepares students for more than the licensing exam. We develop knowledge, technical skill, discipline, confidence, and professional readiness.
EDUCATION WITH PURPOSE.
Mr. Glass Tonsorial Christian Institute is a professional barber school and education system based in Peoria, Illinois. Our mission is clear: teach students to understand barbering theory, develop practical skill, prepare for licensure, and enter the profession ready to work.
BARBER SCHOOL
A structured 1,500-hour professional barber program offered in Peoria.
LEARNING SYSTEMS
Online theory instruction, study aids, readiness assessments, and licensing-exam preparation for barber students.
UNDERSTANDING BEFORE MEMORIZATION.
Students perform better when the material makes sense. MGTCI connects barber theory to practical application so students understand what they are doing, why it matters, and how it affects the client.
CLEAR INSTRUCTION
Complex barber theory is broken down into clear, memorable lessons.
PROFESSIONAL MENTORSHIP
Mr. Glass personally invests in each student through focused instruction, honest guidance, and consistent accountability.
PRACTICAL DEVELOPMENT
Students build skill through supervised training, repetition, correction, and real client experience.
LICENSING READINESS
Theory instruction and MGTCI Learning Systems prepare students to approach the licensing exam with knowledge and confidence.
1,500 HOURS. ONE COMPLETE EDUCATION.
600 HOURS
THEORY EDUCATION
Students study anatomy and physiology, infection control, hair and scalp science, barbering procedures, professional standards, state law, and licensing-exam material.
900 HOURS
PRACTICAL TRAINING
Students apply theory through supervised haircutting, shaving, facial services, sanitation procedures, client care, and professional shop experience.
Theory teaches why. Practice develops how. MGTCI connects both.
LEADERSHIP THAT POURS INTO STUDENTS.
Mr. Glass brings barbering, education, mentorship, and community leadership into one classroom. He challenges students to think, understand, improve, and take responsibility for their professional future. Every lesson is designed to build more than technical ability—it builds confidence, discipline, character, and purpose.
FAITH EXPRESSED THROUGH EXCELLENCE.
Our Christian identity is reflected through integrity, discipline, service, accountability, and respect for every person who enters our classroom. We believe excellence is a responsibility.
PREPARED FOR WHAT COMES NEXT.
MGTCI prepares graduates to pursue professional licensure, employment opportunities with shops such as The Shave Room, independent barbering, shop ownership, education, and entrepreneurial ventures within the barbering industry.
YOUR FUTURE IS IN YOUR HANDS.
If you are ready to learn the theory, develop the skill, and prepare for the profession, MGTCI is ready to help you begin.
TRAINING THAT SERVES THE COMMUNITY.
MGTCI students gain supervised real-world experience through community service with the Peoria Dream Center and other nonprofit partners. These opportunities strengthen technical skill, professionalism, confidence, and a commitment to serving others.