Welcome to Brio Academy
Your Career In Beauty Starts with Brio Academy!

Brio Academy specializes in preparing men and women for rewarding careers in the Cosmetology Industry. We offer Hair Design, Nail Technology and Esthetics courses.

The beauty and hair world is bigger than ever, and the need for creative, well-trained designers is growing everyday. If you love working with people, want to always be in demand, and want the ability to make more money at something you love to do - then this is the field for you.

Career paths include:

• Haircutter
• Hair designer
• Color and permanent wave technician
• Make-up artist
• Esthetician
• Nail technician
• Wig and hair-piece designer
• Salon owner or manager
• Manufacturer's representative
• Hairdressing and cosmetology instructor
• Cosmetic consultant
• Platform artist
• TV or movie studio artist

By choosing hairdressing and cosmetology for your profession, you assure yourself of a completely rewarding, creative and exciting future. But to really reach the top - to make the best possible use of your talents and artistry, you'll need the best education you can find.

Concerned About Your Future: Dead end job? No marketable skills? Lack of purpose in life? Want a flexible work schedule? Unlimited earning potential? We'll provide you with the right tools. Work at, manage, or even own... a Salon! There is a great demand for qualified cosmetologists at fine salons, cosmetic firms and studios. Challenge and success will be yours.

Be What You Want To Be: In the beauty industry there's a place for everyone. We'll prepare you for the role you choose in the field of beauty, with training that's both simple and fun. Express your creativity, your individuality. Let your personality shine and make people feel good!

It's Easy: At Brio Academy, it won't take you long before you are enjoying a career in beauty. With the finest instructors teaching the latest techniques, you'll receive on-the-job training and will learn by doing. Our flexible scheduling of half-day, full-day, or evening classes lets you meet your busy schedule.

Your Beautiful Future: Begins right here at Brio Academy. By combining both art and science in cosmetology, you can create your own look... and help people look and feel their very best.

Programs
Because not all programs are offered at every Brio Academy location, please request information for exact details.

Cosmetology
The Brio Academy teaches a comprehensive course of Hairdressing and Cosmetology approved by the State of Connecticut. This course includes, but is not limited to the following:

• Facial Massage
• Bleaching
• Hair Coloring
• Haircutting
• Hairstyling
• Physiology
• Salesmanship
• Shampooing
• Manicuring
• Scalp Treatment
• Fingerwaving
• Permanent Waving
• Cosmetic Chemistry
• Anatomy
• Sanitation
• Hygiene

Esthetics
The Brio Academy teaches a comprehensive course of Esthetics approved by the State of Connecticut. This course includes, but is not limited to the following:

• Intro to Esthetics: History/Career Opportunities
• Anatomy & Physiology
• Intro to Skin: Structure & Function
• Bacteriology, Sanitation & Safety
• Pharmacology & Product Chemistry
• Technological Tools, Supplies & Room Setup
• Basics of Electricity/Machine Aid
• Skin Types & Conditions
• Health Screening/Consultation & Skin analysis
• Anatomy of a Facial: Basic Procedure & Massage
• Post consultation & Home care
• Skin Disorders & Disease
• Morphology and Treatment of: Aging Skin/Sensitive Skin/Hyperpigmentation/Acneic Skin/Ethnic Skin
• Exfoliation
• Mask Therapy
• Basic Makeup
• Hair Removal: Waxing & Tweezing (Facial Area only)
• Intro to Aromatherapy/Reflexology

Advanced Modules available in:

• Hair Removal: Body waxing/Brazilian
• Men's Skincare
• Body Treatments
• Advanced Makeup
• Business Practice
• Paramedical
• Reflexology
• Aromatherapy
• Manicure for the Esthetician
  

Nail Technology
Program of study includes;

• Basic and Deluxe Manicures & Pedicures
• Acrylic Gel & Fiberglass Tip Applications
• Silk Wraps
• Hot Oil & Paraffin Manicures
• French and Pink 'n White Manicures
• Nail Art
• Nail Analysis
• Nail Disorders
• Sterilization
• Sanitation Techniques Careers
• Airbrush Techniques
• Marketing Techniques on Starting Your Own Business

Make-up Artistry
Our Make-up Artistry course will teach you the following:

• Basic Skincare
• Facial Architecture
• Histology of Skin
• Product Knowledge
• Sanitation
• Proper Draping
• Consultation & Analysis
• Eyebrow Grooming
• Color Selection
• Full Face Application
• Shading & Contouring
• Clientele Building
• Business Promotions
• Sales