Be a cut above the rest in one of the fastest growing careers today!

Do you enjoy working with people?  Do you have an eye for beauty?  Consider the tremendous career opportunities for students of cosmetology.

Let the Polaris Cosmetology Academy prepare you for a challenging career in this exciting, cutting-edge field.  Gain hands-on experience in the Polaris Career Center New Beginnings Salon while obtaining the industry knowledge necessary for your Cosmetology license.

Acquire skills commonly used in cosmetology in the following areas:

·         Dispensary operations

·         Sanitation

·         Reception Duties

·         Salon Management

Emphasis will be placed on the hands-on practice of:

• Scalp Care and Hair Treatments
• Shaping and Cutting Hair
• Styling Hair
• Permanent Waving
• Hair Relaxing and Coloring
• Hair Highlighting and Toning
• Manicuring and Pedicuring
• Facial Treatments
• Wig and Hairpiece Care

 Career Options (State license required):

·         Cosmetologist

·         Color Technician

·         Perm Specialist

·         Hair Cutting Specialist

·         Esthetician

·         Nail Technician

·         Salon Owner/Manager

·         Platform Artist

·         Equipment Sales

Schedule/Tuition:

Monday – Thursday

4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

September 20, 2010 – March 21, 2012 (approximate ending date)

Tuition Fee $9,495

Tuition includes textbooks, tool kit with mannequins, nail kit, smock and State Board exam fee.

Since the Cosmetology Academy is a 2-year program, qualified students will have access to two years of Pell Grant funds.  Call the Financial Aid Coordinator at (440) 891-7668 for additional information.