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 LaBaron Hairdressing Academy
281 Union Street
New Bedford,
MA 02740
About Us
Labaron New Bedford, is conveniently located
in a two story building on one of the main
streets of the downtown shopping and business
area. The school is walking distance from
the world renowned Whaling Museum and National
Historic Park.
We offer a Professional Institution with
family atmosphere and teamwork, where Superior
Education is a priority. Together we acknowledge
and accept our obligation to the community
as a whole and to our students specifically
in the training of the individual towards
a gainful occupation. We regard as a privilege
our role as an educational institution in
preparing our students to make an important
contribution to society.
Mission
Our mission since 1959 has been
to provide the highest caliber of education
for all. Each course has been organized
by a teaching specialist to be beneficial
to students and teachers alike. All programs
have procedures designed to be comfortable
for every type of student and to treat students,
teachers and patrons with the respect they
deserve.
 We
stay in step with the future by constantly
updating our courses to include the latest
styles and techniques. We do this to be
consistent with our mission to give the
finest quality education possible. As ethical
private schools we acknowledge and accept
our obligation to the community as a whole
and to our students specifically in the
training of the individual towards a gainful
occupation. We regard as a privilege our
role as an educational institution in preparing
our students to make an important contribution
to society.
Curriculum + Methods
LaBaron's educational objective is to provide
every student a superior quality education
in both theoretical studies and practical
experiences of each desired program. Expert
and comprehensive training in both areas
provide the student with the following:
- Experience and knowledge in all phases
of their desired profession.
- The ability to successfully pass the
appropriate state licensing examinations.
- The ability to work as a licensed professional
within a beauty salon.
- To perform in Cosmetology-related occupations.
- To develop employer/employee relationships
& good communication skills and to accept
the obligation of a good citizen to the
community as a whole.
Courses
Cosmetology
Curriculum
The primary purpose of the Cosmetology Curriculum
is to train students in both cosmetology
theory and practical experiences, which
will prepare them for immediate employment
opportunities. Subjects covered include
the following:
- Manicures
- Hair Straightening & Permanent Waving
- Shampooing
- Finger Waving
- Hair Arranging/Thermal Styling
- Facials
- Scalp Treatment, Rinses & Wig Instruction
- Hair Coloring
- Hair Shaping
- Oral, Written, & Practical Tests, Sanitation,
Hygiene, & Anatomy
- Instruction and Lectures on Sanitation
- Courtesy, Ethics, Salesmanship & Conduct
The student's time will initially be spent
on classroom work consisting of demonstration,
lectures, evaluation and practice on manikins.
Upon passing a practical and theory final
exam, the student will be permitted to work
on clients. Following this advancement most
of the student's time will be spent on practical
work.
Manicuring Curriculum
The primary purpose is to train students
in both manicuring theory and practical
experiences, which will prepare them for
immediate employment opportunities. Subjects
covered include the following:
- Scientific Concepts (Sanitation, Chemistry,
Nails, Skin, Anatomy)
- Manicuring
- Artificial Nails
- Business Practices
- State Laws
PRACTICAL PERFORMANCE
Manicuring Skills Services Minimum Practice
Basic manicure & Hand & Arm Massage Pedicures
Artificial Nails Sculpturing, Tipping &
Wrapping
Barber Crossover
Curriculum
The primary mission of the Crossover Curriculum
is to train barbers in both theory and practical
experience, which will prepare them for
immediate employment opportunities as a
cosmetologist. Subjects covered include
the following:
- Chemicals (Color, Perms & Relaxing)
- Make-Up Application
- Hairstyling, Pincurls, Rollers & Finger
Waves
- Manicuring
Student Financial
Aid
Student aid programs is currently
approved for the following student aid programs
for Cosmetology: (for those who qualify)
- Federal Pell Grant
- Federal SEOG
- Federal Stafford Loans
- Federal PLUS
- Massachusetts Rehabilitation
- Massachusetts State Scholarship
- Veterans' Benefits
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