Echelon Edge Academy of Hair, Skin and Nails

Sandy, UT

11339 South 700 East
Sandy, UT 84070

Discover the Difference

Formerly Francois D. Hair Design Academy, Echelon Edge Academy of Hair Skin & Nails is a Pivot Point Member School in which we apply both artistic & scientific abilities to provide a comprehensive and structured education.

Our modern, technical facility has the sophistication and professionalism of a high-end salon; giving the sense of working in an authentic atmoshere. You are also given the opportunity to explore your creativity and gain confidence to interact with clients, and ultimately build a substantial clientele base. You will also learn the fundamentals in Retail & Marketing skills. Our students are certified in Pivot Point's "Salon Success" program which is a learning guide to Career Advancement.

Elevating Your Education

The educators at Echelon Edge Academy are highly-qualified, ambitious, trained professionals who are progressive and dedicated to helping you design your own reality. Our educators have the opportunity in giving you the most advanced education; we are committed to bringing you the latest trends through Pivot Point's "Design Forum", as well as attending Hair & Skin Care expositions throughout the world!

Competitive Skin & Hair Design Exchange Program

Work with esteemed educators around the country from Los Angeles to New York. This is a competition-based event for an Esthetician and Cosmetologist to experience an all-expense paid trip to an educational facility; you will train with these educators who share a common experience and ignite the same passion!

Trips & Events

Cosmetology and Esthetics are such exciting and fast-paced careers, that they are constantly evolving with new ideas, techniques and equipment. Along with those ideas, Echelon Edge Academy holds an amazing events schedule that allows students the privilege to participate in Fashion Shows, Photo Shoots, Career Fairs and several Charity Events, which is our way of giving back to the community! Not only does Echelon Edge involve themselves locally, they give their students the opportunity of traveling to Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Chicago, Florida and New York to see some of the most prestige of platform artists from all over the world!

Cosmetology

The Cosmetology Program (2000 hrs.) provides you the science of Hair Sculpture & Design, Color & Texture Design, Hair Extensions, Nail Technique, Basic Esthetics People Skills, "Salon Success" and Salon Fundamentals. The objective of the Cosmetology course is to develop the practical skills, theoretical knowledge and professionalism for long-term success in the industry.

Master Esthetics

At Echelon Edge Academy, students are provided the highest level of advanced technology in Medical Esthetics; the only facility offering training on equipment just released in the United States!

The Master Esthetics Program (1200 hrs.) provides you the study and practice of all areas in advanced skin care: Microdermabrasion, Chemical Peels, Advanced Technology and Advanced Pedicuring. You will learn the art of Lymphatic Massage, Hot Stone Therapy and our Newest, Advanced Medical Esthetic equipment; "Salon Succes", People Skills, Current Licensing Requirements when applicable, Rules & Regulations, Sanitation & Chemical Awareness for Consumer Safety and Protection of Our Environment.

Externship Program

At Echelon Edge Academy, we believe in introducing you to all aspects of the industry. We have parterned with several exclusive salons and day spas to offer you a Salon/Day Spa Externship Program. This is a rewarding opportunity for those who have excelled to spend valuable time in this atmoshere. This benefit further enhances Pivot Point's "Salon Success", a program designed to focus on life skills and guest relations for students of Cosmetology, Master Esthetics and Nails.