History

Ames, Iowa, and New Hope, Minnesota, are the original Salon Professionals Academy. 30 years of educational experience makes us the leaders in innovation and excellence in salon training. Continued creative leadership helps us stay ahead of other vocational beauty programs.

Real life training

Prepare for a lifelong career
Learn the business of beauty
Practice on real clients
Develop your creativity
Use top professional products - Redken, Bioelements, Mirabella and OPI

Educational leaders

Learn Redken principle-based cutting and coloring techniques
Commit to high standards of grades and attendance
High school graduation or G.E.D. required
Learn what top salon and spa owners are seeking in graduates
Attend a Redken Premier School
Learn in a salon-simulated environment - salon styling stations, pedicure thrones, nail tables, and private esthetics area
State-of-the-art classrooms - power point presentations, DVD training tools, practical labs
Placement in over 7,000 Redken salons and spas and more than 1,000 Summit Salons
Limited class size for better learning
Computers in salon area allow students to track progress

Programs offered

Cosmetology - hair, skin and nails - the most complete program
Esthetics - skin care and makeup
Nail Tech - natural and artificial nails plus pedicures
Massage Therapy
Books and kits are included in all tuitions
Wear black street clothing and shoes for a fashion-forward look
Payment plans include financial aid for those who qualify

Enrollment schedule

Full-time cosmetology classes begin in January, March, May, July, September and November

Evening part-time cosmetology, esthetics and nail classes are available