Five licensed paths into the beauty industry, from our full 1,500-hour cosmetology license to focused 600-hour specialties. Compare them below, then dig into the one that's calling you.
| Program | Hours | Credits | Best for | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology Program | 1,500 | 50 | The complete license | Details |
| Hair Stylist Program | 1,200 | 40 | Focus on hair | Details |
| Esthetician Program | 600 | 20 | Skin & beauty | Details |
| Nail Technician Program | 600 | 20 | The art of nails | Details |
| Barber Program | 1,500 | 50 | The barber’s craft | Details |
Every program is hands-on from day one and taught toward Colorado (DORA) licensure.
The broadest license you can earn, and the one most graduates build a career on.
The complete license Our flagship program. Master hair, color, skin, and nails, and graduate ready for any chair in the industry: the broadest license you can earn.
Go deep in one craft and get behind the chair sooner.
Focus on hair A hair-focused path into cutting, color, and styling for the stylist who knows their craft is hair and wants to get behind the chair faster.
Skin & beauty Specialize in the fast-growing world of skincare (facials, waxing, makeup, and lashes) and earn your license in as few as 600 hours.
The art of nails A focused, creative license you can finish in 600 hours: manicures, pedicures, enhancements, and nail art, ready for the salon or your own table.
The barber’s craft Fades, clipper work, beard design, and the straight razor. Train in modern barbering on real guests and graduate ready for the shop floor or your own chair.
Tell us what you love and where you want to end up, and we'll talk through which license fits, plus schedule, tuition, and financing. No pressure, just a real conversation.
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