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 Carolina Academy - Paul Mitchell Partner School
284 East Garrison Boulevard
Gastonia (Greater Charlotte Area),
NC 28054
Learning Skill
Is Just The Beginning
As a Paul Mitchell Partner School, our educators
are trained to draw out the artist in you,
and then prepare you to compete in the real
world. Rather than concentrate only on the
basic training needed to pass state licensing
board exams, Carolina Academy provides students
with a well-rounded lifestyle education.
Our experienced staff is specially trained
to help students explore all their creative
and professional possibilities.
 Carolina
Academy prepares you to succeed in the salon
or spa, in business, and in life. Carolina
Academy has built strong working relationships
with salons and spas throughout the area.
As a Paul Mitchell Partner School, the Paul
Mitchell network in the United States is
over 70,000 salons strong. Paul Mitchell
trained Hair Designers work virtually in
every corner of the world. Every professional
hairdresser knows the Paul Mitchell name.
Prospective employers will recognize Carolina
Academy Paul Mitchell Partner School's commitment
to quality and reputation for innovation
and excellence. Everyone at Carolina Academy
is committed to helping graduates find the
right home, wherever their dreams may take
them.
Spa Aesthetic Course
Carolina Academy offers the program to become
a licensed skin care therapist in a state-of-the-art
facility providing a real-life environment,
allowing students to perfect their skills
in realistic surroundings on real people.
The curriculum at Carolina Academy of Spa
Aesthetics incorporates theoretical and
practical study that not only covers basic
subject matter, but technical and scientific
applications as well. Our understanding
of industry trends has contributed to a
refined aesthetic program that sets us apart
from other programs.
 The
Academy's program is designed to teach professional
and business skills necessary in the aesthetic
industry. The demand for highly skilled
aesthetic professionals has dramatically
risen in the past few years. Opportunities
that are available to qualified aestheticians
include those in salons, day spas, and on
cruise ships. Physicians such as plastic
surgeons and dermatologists utilize aestheticians
in their practices. Lucrative careers can
be found in the sales and marketing of skin
care products and equipment.
Our aesthetic program includes:
- Professional Image
- Physiology and Histology of the Skin
- Chemistry for Aestheticians
- Ingredient and Product Analysis
- Scientific Facial Treatments Using
Electrical Apparatus
- Hair Removal
- Aromatherapy
- Professional Make-up Techniques
- Medical Aesthetics
- Reflexology
- Spa Treatments / Hydrotherapy Tub and
Vichy Shower
- Microdermabrasion
- + other Board required subject matter
Cosmetology Course
Whether you choose to operate
your own salon or work in one, the first step
begins with a solid education. Carolina Academy
a Paul Mitchell Partner School offers a 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-cultured
techniques, the science of bone structure
and facial-shape adaptability. We also mentor
future professionals in attitude, retailing,
and personal appearance and other various
business development classes.
The program includes:
- Hygiene, Grooming, and Poise
- Bacteriology, Sanitation, and Sterilization
- Anatomy, Physiology, and Chemistry
- Disorders of the Skin, Scalp, and Hair
- Professional Ethics
- Shampoo and Rinses
- Hair Analysis, Hair and Scalp Treatments
- Hairstyling
- Care of Wigs
- Permanent Waving and Hair Relaxing
- Hair Coloring, Bleaching, Frosting
- Streaking and Foiling
- Nail Care
- Skin Care and Make-up
Additional Instruction In:
- Advanced Haircutting Techniques
- Advanced Hair Coloring and Corrective
Color
- Improving Performance and Speed
- Salon Management and Ownership Information
- "Mock State Board" Testing
While the majority of cosmetologists work
as stylists in salons, many choose careers
in other areas, such as:
- Make-up artist for photo / video shoots
- Platform artist at trade shows / conventions
- Educator / school owner
- Artistic director for a manufacturer
Nail Technician
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