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FAFSA-Eligible Programs
Title IV Financial Aid
- Clock Hours
- 1,500 hrs
- Tuition
- $19,000
- Kit Cost
- $2,700
- Enrollment Fee
- $35
- Total Education Investment
- $21,735
- FAFSA Eligible
- Yes
- Schedule Options
- Full-Time · Part-Time Day · Evening · Weekend
- Student Salon Hour Gate
- 250 hrs
- Career Path Summary
- Comprehensive cosmetology training covering hair cutting, coloring, chemical treatments, styling, and salon management. Prepares students for the Georgia State Board exam and a career in the beauty industry.
- Clock Hours
- 1,000 hrs
- Tuition
- $17,000
- Kit Cost
- $1,500
- Enrollment Fee
- $35
- Total Education Investment
- $18,535
- FAFSA Eligible
- Yes
- Schedule Options
- Full-Time · Part-Time Day · Evening · Weekend
- Student Salon Hour Gate
- 250 hrs
- Career Path Summary
- Launch your esthetics career in Norcross, Georgia. Our 1000-hour NACCAS-accredited program trains you in advanced skincare, facials, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, lash extensions, waxing, and semi-permanent makeup. Graduates qualify to sit for the Georgia State Board licensing exam and pursue careers as licensed estheticians, medical estheticians, or spa professionals.
- Clock Hours
- 600 hrs
- Tuition
- $10,000
- Kit Cost
- $1,200
- Enrollment Fee
- $35
- Total Education Investment
- $11,235
- FAFSA Eligible
- Yes
- Schedule Options
- Full-Time · Part-Time Day · Evening · Weekend
- Student Salon Hour Gate
- 200 hrs
- Career Path Summary
- Advanced makeup artistry program covering editorial, bridal, special effects, corrective techniques, and business skills for freelance and studio careers.
- Clock Hours
- 525 hrs
- Tuition
- $9,500
- Kit Cost
- $1,000
- Enrollment Fee
- $35
- Total Education Investment
- $10,535
- FAFSA Eligible
- Yes
- Schedule Options
- Full-Time · Part-Time Day · Evening · Weekend
- Student Salon Hour Gate
- 140 hrs
- Career Path Summary
- Complete nail care training covering manicures, pedicures, acrylics, gel extensions, nail art, and salon sanitation. Prepares students for the Georgia State Board exam.
| Program | Cosmetology | Esthetics | Master Makeup Artistry | Nail Care |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | ||||
| Clock Hours | 1,500 hrs | 1,000 hrs | 600 hrs | 525 hrs |
| Tuition | $19,000 | $17,000 | $10,000 | $9,500 |
| Kit Cost | $2,700 | $1,500 | $1,200 | $1,000 |
| Enrollment Fee | $35 | $35 | $35 | $35 |
| Total Education Investment | $21,735 | $18,535 | $11,235 | $10,535 |
| Eligibility & Schedule | ||||
| FAFSA Eligible | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Schedule Options | Full-Time · Part-Time Day · Evening · Weekend | Full-Time · Part-Time Day · Evening · Weekend | Full-Time · Part-Time Day · Evening · Weekend | Full-Time · Part-Time Day · Evening · Weekend |
| Student Salon Hour Gate | 250 hrs | 250 hrs | 200 hrs | 140 hrs |
| Overview | ||||
| Career Path Summary | Comprehensive cosmetology training covering hair cutting, coloring, chemical treatments, styling, and salon management. Prepares students for the Georgia State Board exam and a career in the beauty industry. | Launch your esthetics career in Norcross, Georgia. Our 1000-hour NACCAS-accredited program trains you in advanced skincare, facials, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, lash extensions, waxing, and semi-permanent makeup. Graduates qualify to sit for the Georgia State Board licensing exam and pursue careers as licensed estheticians, medical estheticians, or spa professionals. | Advanced makeup artistry program covering editorial, bridal, special effects, corrective techniques, and business skills for freelance and studio careers. | Complete nail care training covering manicures, pedicures, acrylics, gel extensions, nail art, and salon sanitation. Prepares students for the Georgia State Board exam. |
Instructor Training Programs
- Clock Hours
- 750 hrs
- Tuition
- $8,850
- Kit Cost
- $500
- Enrollment Fee
- $35
- Total Education Investment
- $9,385
- FAFSA Eligible
- No
- Schedule Options
- Full-Time · Part-Time Day · Evening · Weekend
- Student Salon Hour Gate
- -
- Career Path Summary
- Advance your career by becoming a licensed cosmetology instructor. Our 750-hour NACCAS-accredited Cosmetology Instructor program in Norcross, Georgia prepares licensed cosmetologists to teach the next generation of beauty professionals. Graduates qualify to sit for the Georgia State Board instructor licensing exam and pursue careers in beauty education.
- Clock Hours
- 500 hrs
- Tuition
- $5,500
- Kit Cost
- $500
- Enrollment Fee
- $35
- Total Education Investment
- $6,035
- FAFSA Eligible
- No
- Schedule Options
- Full-Time · Part-Time Day · Evening · Weekend
- Student Salon Hour Gate
- -
- Career Path Summary
- Transition from licensed esthetician to esthetics educator with our 500-hour NACCAS-accredited Esthetics Instructor program in Norcross, Georgia. Graduates qualify to sit for the Georgia State Board instructor licensing exam and pursue careers teaching the next generation of estheticians.
- Clock Hours
- 275 hrs
- Tuition
- $3,350
- Kit Cost
- $500
- Enrollment Fee
- $35
- Total Education Investment
- $3,885
- FAFSA Eligible
- No
- Schedule Options
- Full-Time · Part-Time Day · Evening · Weekend
- Student Salon Hour Gate
- -
- Career Path Summary
- Take the next step in your nail tech career by becoming a licensed instructor. Our 275-hour NACCAS-accredited Nail Care Instructor program in Norcross, Georgia prepares licensed nail technicians for state instructor licensure and careers in beauty education.
| Program | Cosmetology Instructor | Esthetics Instructor | Nail Care Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | |||
| Clock Hours | 750 hrs | 500 hrs | 275 hrs |
| Tuition | $8,850 | $5,500 | $3,350 |
| Kit Cost | $500 | $500 | $500 |
| Enrollment Fee | $35 | $35 | $35 |
| Total Education Investment | $9,385 | $6,035 | $3,885 |
| Eligibility & Schedule | |||
| FAFSA Eligible | No | No | No |
| Schedule Options | Full-Time · Part-Time Day · Evening · Weekend | Full-Time · Part-Time Day · Evening · Weekend | Full-Time · Part-Time Day · Evening · Weekend |
| Student Salon Hour Gate | - | - | - |
| Overview | |||
| Career Path Summary | Advance your career by becoming a licensed cosmetology instructor. Our 750-hour NACCAS-accredited Cosmetology Instructor program in Norcross, Georgia prepares licensed cosmetologists to teach the next generation of beauty professionals. Graduates qualify to sit for the Georgia State Board instructor licensing exam and pursue careers in beauty education. | Transition from licensed esthetician to esthetics educator with our 500-hour NACCAS-accredited Esthetics Instructor program in Norcross, Georgia. Graduates qualify to sit for the Georgia State Board instructor licensing exam and pursue careers teaching the next generation of estheticians. | Take the next step in your nail tech career by becoming a licensed instructor. Our 275-hour NACCAS-accredited Nail Care Instructor program in Norcross, Georgia prepares licensed nail technicians for state instructor licensure and careers in beauty education. |
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