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Testimonials

“Over 20 years ago, I graduated from Volunteer Beauty Academy. During the years of building and developing my business, I have reflected on moments of my education. Each day as I work with clients, I can remember my instructor's words. I've applied those techniques and the professional people skills I was taught. I have done well in this business and plan to continue working in the beauty industry as long as I'm able. There's many things a person can do with a cosmetology license. The business of beauty is very rewarding and I thank VBA for a great education and training!”

-JDebbie B. Nashville, TN

“As a former student of Volunteer Beauty Academy, my experience was awesome. The everyday class experience was exciting and very educational. There was plenty of one on one time with instructors. The level of professionalism was above what I expected. This sense of professionalism was passed on to me during my time at VBA. The training I received led me down the path to true success as a cosmetologist. I owned 2 salons within a year of completing my training. I am still thriving as a cosmetologist today, and would not be without the help and education I received at VBA.”

-Shonna S. Nashville, TN

"Hi, my name is Tyson. I graduated from Volunteer Beauty Academy in 2008. Since then I have worked with some of the best stylists and at one of the most outstanding salons in Nashville. VBA taught me everything I needed to pass the state board exams. They also helped me find a job and start a great career in the industry. The school was able to work with me financially and schedule wise, and I finished the cosmetology course in just 12 months. With their friendly staff and their fun environment you are sure to enjoy this school."

-Tyson J. Nashville, TN

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Course Information: Basic Cosmetology

OBJECTIVE

The basic Cosmetology course is designed to prepare students for the state board licensing examination. The course'offers training in hairdressing skills and their practical applications preparing graduates for entry-level employ-(ment in a beauty salon. The Academy will focus on each individual and help one grow and develop into a successful professional.

Description

The training encompasses all phases of cosmetology including haircutting and styling, permanent waving and relaxing, hair-coloring, scalp and hair treatments, manicuring, facials and make-up. Both theory and practical applications are taught by the instructional staff and supplemented by special classes. Opportunities for supervised practical work with the public are provided in the Academy's clinic.

Length & Outline

The course is 1500 clock hours in length. An outline of the course includes:

General - 300 hours
Sterilization, sanitation, bacteriology, anatomy, psychology, state law, shop ethics, personality, salesmanship, and salon psychology.

Physical - 600 hours
Shampooing and rinsing, hair and scalp care, hair shaping, hair dressing and styling, facials, arching, lash and brow tinting, manicuring and pedicuring.

Chemical - 600 hours
permanent waving, chemical relaxing, hair coloring, bleaching and toning, sculpturing nails, hair structure, and chemistry.

Practical services to be completed on mannequin or patron

  1. Shampoos
  2. Hair sets
  3. hair cuts
  4. comb-outs
  5. permanent wave/curl
  6. hair straightening
  7. press & curl
  8. rinses/conditioners
  9. hair color/ semi-perm
  10. hair color/perm
  11. hair lightening
  12. frostings
  13. manicures
  14. pedicures
  15. nail art
  16. eyebrows tweeze/wax
  17. facials
  18. blow dry/curl iron
  19. retail sales
  20. other

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