International Academy of Beauty
For more than 30 years International Academy of Hair Design has strived to bring standards of excellence in its training to Cosmetology students with up-to-date curriculum, highly trained staff, and state of the art facilities.

At International Academy of Hair Design you will learn the technical and creative skills that make this business so exciting. Our focus is to provide you with the experience and confidence that will allow you to pursue the career choice you have always dreamed of. Our goal is to develop your natural abilities while providing an outstanding training atmosphere that promotes learning and leads to the tools needed to succeed in a billion dollar industry.

International Academy of Hair Design has been providing quality education in Arizona, Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico since 1963.

Our Campuses
There is over 14,000 square feet of modern, air-conditioned space at our Tempe campus.

Each campus has classrooms for theory and practical training as well as a clinic laboratory equipped with today's latest equipment and features a spa/salon state-of-the-art atmosphere.

Programs Offered at International Academy of Hair Design
Cosmetology Program (Day and Evening Classes Available)
Utilizing the Milady and Clic textbooks, students will receive an education at the highest technical and professional levels.

All students begin their training in the Phase I and Phase II classrooms. Here, students receive instruction of theoretical and practical skills including learning basic and advanced techniques in Hair Cutting, Styling, Color, Multi-Cultural Chemical Services, Permanent Waves, Skincare, Make-Up, Nail Technology, Hair Extensions, Braiding, Retail Sales, Field Trips and Product Knowledge.

After testing and successfully completing Phase I and Phase II, students proceed to the clinic for the remaining hours. Students then work as stylists in a professional spa/salon clinic setting. They continue their practical application skills, attend theory class and are monitored for success with the completion of a Skill Builder Text, created as a supplemental guide for training.

Prior to graduation, students will be prepped for the State Board Exam as well as complete and successfully pass a final school exam.

Aesthetics Program (Day Classes Only)
Theory and Practical training are integrated throughout our comprehensive Aesthetics program. Students will work through 5 modules consisting of primary, advanced I & II, make-up and clinic. Using the latest in equipment and technology, students will work hands-on learning advanced facial treatments, chemical peels, hair removal, microdermabrasion, advanced make-up application. These are a few examples of the multitude of procedures covered in our program in theory, practical training and on the clinic.

Student Instructor (Day Classes Only)
A study of the principles of teaching both practical and theory skills to Cosmetology students. Upon completion of this course the student instructor shall have demonstrated competencies required to pass the State Board Examination leading to Cosmetology Instructor Licensure.

Advanced Education
At International Academy of Hair Design we feel that your education goes beyond the classroom. We encourage all of our students to attend advanced educational workshops, known as the Signature Series Workshops, offered throughout the year. These events allow students and graduates to work hands-on with skilled industry professionals, and world champions, while sharpening their skills in the basics to the advanced!

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students wishing to apply for financial aid and financing may do so by scheduling an appointment with the Admissions Department upon enrollment. Financial Aid Programs and financing include:

• Pell Grant
• Subsidized Loans
• Unsubsidized Loans
• PLUS Loans

Other financing options may be available. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.

International Academy of Hair Design - Tempe and International Academy of Hair Design - Chandler have certain programs approved for the training of Veterans.

Both campuses also work with the WIA program.