Welcome To A Whole New Learning Experience!
At The Cao Institute of Aesthetics , A PAUL MITCHELL PARTNER SCHOOL, we strive to provide a quality education for our future professionals, and to prepare you fully for an exciting career. We believe in high standards and value added education. We employ the PAUL MITCHELL PARTNER SCHOOL curriculum, and all courses uphold high standards, bringing an amazing educational experience to future professionals.

The curriculum is supported by highly qualified and experienced learning leaders at our state-of-the-art facility, which is conducive to fun and creative learning.

Through our worldwide network with PAUL MITCHELL salons, we aim to involve our future professionals in activities outside the classroom such as hair shows, photo shoots and competitions, which would strengthen your portfolio and enable you to form connections for your future career.

Alhambra Campus
We are located in Los Angeles County and close to Pasadena. Easy access off the 10, 710, 60 and 210 Freeways.

Overview of Programs
The curriculum at The Cao Institute Of Aesthetics, A PAUL MITCHELL PARTNER SCHOOL, meets all California state requirements for hours of study. All courses include extensive instruction and practical experience.

The Cao Institute is dedicated to preparing our students to not only pass the state licensing examination, but to empower our students to build personal confidence to become successful right from the start.

Cosmetology Course Overview
The CAO Institute of Aesthetics's basic cosmetology course is designed to inspire the artist within you.

With PAUL MITCHELL School Progressive Learning environment and talented Learning Leaders facilitate the experience by providing students with extensive hands-on and classroom training in design, cutting, coloring, multi-cultural techniques, the science of bone structure and facial-shape adaptability. We also mentor future professionals in attitude, retailing, and personal appearance and offer various business development classes. At The Cao Institute, we'll prepare you for the state board examination, to launch a successful career and so much more.

Cosmetology Career Opportunities
Connect with your future! Work behind the chair in a progressive salon or behind the camera in television or film, or becoming an educator.

Future Professionals experience many activities during the time they are in school such as working back stage at Hair Show or major fashion show like LA Fashion Week, or work with photographers on Editorial Shoots and other photoworks. These activities lead them to better selecting on their career. Admissions Leaders will also guide you through the job placement procedure during exit interview.

Skin Care Course Overview
The Skin Course offers a dedicated program to become licensed Estheticians in a real-life professional environment, allowing future professionals to master their skills at providing great treatments.

The Skin Course utilizes an advanced educational system developed in alliance with The International Dermal Institute (IDI). The program is focused on personalized attention to bring a new depth of understanding and knowledge of classical professional techniques like European skin care treatments Skin Care Analysis and speed waxing as well as the emergent technology of cutting edge product ingredients, aromatherapy and total body wellness. The program is designed to promote confidence while in the program to join the tribe of successful skin care therapist upon graduation.

Skin Care Career Opportunities
Be a part of the team of a salon, day spa or skin care center. Become a makeup artist to the stars or Start your own business!

Be forever satisfied working one on one with each client in the treatment room to achieve the results they desire in a salon or spa. Join a Professional Medical team, Dermatologists or Cosmetic Surgeons to be a part of improving their patient's appearence, self esteem and skin condition. Launch your own skin care center! Explore your creativity in television, film or print as a professional makeup artist. Join a skin care company to train and educate professionals on the latest treatments and product innovations. There is no limit to where your dream can take you!

Nail Care Course Overview
Please contact us for details.

Student Services
Various services are available to enrolled students including counseling, housing assistance, job placement assistance and specialized training opportunities. Contact us to find out more.

Admissions Department is happy to welcome students who relocate to join the school. Students need to provide detail information and budget for us to better assist you.

Tuition & Financial Aid
There are various convenient ways to fund your education at The Cao Institute of Aesthetics. The Cao Institute offer Financial Plans and Education Loans that would fit your need. Our Finance Leader is more than happy to answer all your questions and walk you though the whole process. Please contact us to enquire about financial assistance, tuition costs and payment plans.

We accept VA (GI bill), REHAB, WIA, TRA and NAFT*

The Cao Institute is a NACCAS Accredited School and SEVIS Approved School for International Students*