About Sharp Top Academy
Helping aspiring barbers pass their State Board exams since 2018.
Meet Your Instructor
Marcus Thompson is a licensed Master Barber with over 15 years of experience in the industry. He spent 5 years as a State Board examiner, giving him unique insight into exactly what examiners look for during both the written and practical portions of the exam.
After seeing too many talented students fail their exams due to poor preparation, Marcus founded Sharp Top Academy to provide accessible, comprehensive State Board prep that actually works.
Our Mission
We believe that every aspiring barber deserves access to high-quality exam preparation. Our mission is to remove barriers to licensing by providing affordable, comprehensive, and effective State Board prep that prepares students to pass on their first attempt.
Why This Course Exists
Fill the Gap
Many barber schools focus on cutting skills but don't adequately prepare students for the written exam.
Real Experience
Created by someone who has been on both sides—as a student, instructor, and examiner.
Proven Results
Our curriculum is battle-tested with a 98% first-attempt pass rate across hundreds of students.