Job & Career Training Programs in Cleveland

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Cosmetology Academy

Adult students enrolled in the Cosmetology Academy at Polaris gain hands-on experience in the brand new Polaris Career Center salon, Allure, while obtaining the industry knowledge necessary for the State Board Cosmetology license.

Acquired skills:

Dispensary operations
Sanitation
Reception duties
Salon management

Hands-on training:

Scalp care and hair treatments
Shaping and cutting hair
Styling hair
Permanent waving and relaxing
Hair coloring
Hair highlighting and toning
Manicuring and pedicuring
Facial treatments
Wig and hairpiece care
Employability skills

Career Options (State license required):

Cosmetologist
Color technician
Perm specialist
Hair cutting specialist
Esthetician
Nail technician
Platform artist
Equipment sales

License

Ohio State Board Licensed Cosmetologist license

Schedule (1500 hours/80 weeks)

Program Orientation: Monday, September 16, 2019, 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
September 17, 2019 - June 2021 (approximate ending date)
Monday - Thursday, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Total Program Cost $14,695

Total includes: Tuition - $13,711, Books & Supplies - $932, Materials & Assessments - $52. Cost includes textbooks, tool kit with mannequins, nail kit and smock. Students can expect the following additional cost: Uniform and licensure examination fee.

FINANCIAL AID ELIGIBLE PROGRAM (for those who qualify).

This 2 year program qualifies students to access two years of Pell grant funding (for those who qualify).

Available Scholarship Opportunities

Gainful Employment Information

Have more questions or want to register? Call 440.891.7697.

Watch the video on the Cosmetology Academy program.

Cosmetology 2018-2019 Advisory Members

Ms.Kalie Balestra, Blank Canvas Hair Studio
Ms. Abigail Brown, Salon Front & Center
Ms. Christine Castle, Dana Lauren Salon & Spa
Mr. Travis Hobbs, West Park Barber Shop/Beauty Salon
Ms. Vicki Kirk, Ulta Beauty
Ms. Trisha Mills, Ramsey & Rooney Great Clips
Ms. Korrey Robinson, Kallure
Ms. April Sanfilippo, April Sanfilippo Medi Spa
Mr. Thomas Starr, West Park Barbershop Premier Lounge