International Academy Cosmetology Program

International Academy’s Cosmetology Program encompasses a powerful, all-inclusive cosmetology curriculum, delivered through a scientific, step-by-step, hands-on learning process. Our cosmetology courses are presented in a high tech, user-friendly system that allows students to easily follow classroom instruction, review cosmetology lessons at any time, and take self-tests to evaluate their beauty skills.

As a cosmetology student at International Academy, you’ll benefit from our world class training facility and staff, and special cosmetology events with leaders in the beauty industry. Plan for your success as a cosmetologist, Apply Now for Cosmetology School or Contact Us for more information on a career in cosmetology.

As a student of International Academy, you will gain worldwide access into the latest hairstyles and cosmetology techniques coming from major fashion capitols around the world. You’ll learn advanced cosmetology techniques via continuing education courses taught by world champion designers and renowned educators. Once you complete your cosmetology training, you’ll be an elite member of an educational system, which brings all cultures into one understandable and creative arena.

Our cosmetology students pride themselves in having engaged in an intensive course of study and discovery which will guide them to success, high achievement, and a mastery of accomplishment. At the International Academy Cosmetology Program, the student's time is spent initially in theoretical as well as practical work. The goal is to establish thorough and complete knowledge of cosmetology as well as good professional habits. The program consists of demonstrations, lectures and examinations. The scheduling at the beginning of the cosmetology program is primarily classroom work. The latter portion is the actual application of all phases on live models and mannequins under constant supervision of our professional instructors.

A Cosmetologist provides personal services to his/her clientele relating to good grooming. These services are: hair cutting, shampooing, rinses, hair arranging (styling), hair coloring, chemical waving, relaxing, hair removal, manicuring, pedicuring, facials, make-up, scalp or hair treatments and hair pieces. As cosmetologists, students must develop an attractive appearance, pleasant personality and observe professional ethics. This knowledge and skill will prepare them to enter the business world as a hairdresser, hair colorist, salon owner, product demonstrator, specialist or technician to a manufacturer.

Full-time Days: 30 hours per week, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Tuesday through Saturday.

Part-time Days: Minimum of 20 hours per week, 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Tuesday through Saturday.

Part-time Nights: Minimum of 20 hours per week, 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM, Tuesday through Thursday; plus 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturday.

* Financial aid is available for those who qualify.