Now enrolling for classes beginning on January 4th, 2010! 

Welcome
TBA School of Cosmetology is a learning center licensed by the State of Michigan and is a member of the Michigan Association of Cosmetology Schools. We have been providing quality education in the field of Cosmetology to students since 1982. We are affiliated with the Career-Tech Center and are the largest facility of our kind in Northern Michigan.

We are proud of our State-of-the-Art Clinic and our professional staff who are dedicated to the success of our students. Classes are held Monday through Friday - 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM.

Students graduating from our program will have a thorough knowledge of the theory and practical skills needed to pass the Michigan State Board Examination required for the licensing of cosmetologists. Plus the students will have the qualifications to begin a professional career in the Beauty Insdustry. Skills include:

• Manicures and pedicures
• Make-up and skin care
• Facials and massage
• Hairstyling techniques
• Hair care and analysis
• Haircutting
• Texture services
• All aspects of hair color
• Retail training
• Business development
  

A small business and entrepreneurship BS degree (15 credits of free electives) from Ferris State University will be available to graduates of TBA School of Cosmetology upon completion of the program with an 80% or better GPA. Contact TBA School of Cosmetology for more information.

Programs Benefits
Did you know...

• You can enroll for 2010-2011 classes? Our next class begins January 4, 2010.
• Enroll in the January class and take advantage of the current tuition rate.
• Our instructors have an accumulated 30 years of experience to draw from?  
• Our tuition is among the most affordable in the area?
• Our graduates have continually achieved some of the highest success rates for the State Board Exams?
• We cooperate with transfer students?

Financial Assistance

• TBA School of Cosmetology offers an in-house zero interest financial assistance payment plan.
• Approved loans through local credit union.  Great interest rates and affordable monthly payments are available.
• The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
• There is only a month-to-month tuition commitment.
  

Careers Options
Some employment opportunities include:

• Haircolor Specialist
• Consultant
• Esthetician
• Image Consultant
• Make-Up Artist
• Receptionist
• Salon/Spa Manager
• Salon/Spa Owner
• Cosmetology School Instructor
• Manufacturer's Sales Representative
• Platform Artist/Educator

Business Advisors
Advisors and consultant for our Cosmetology program are affiliated with many salons including:

• Grand Traverse Salon & Spa
• Epiphany Salon & Spa
• Pavlova Salon & Spa
• Impres Salon & Spa
• Valerio's
• Pure Essence Salon
• Supercuts
• Fantastic Sams
• Allure Salon
• Salon Beau Monde
• JC Penney's Salon
• Treece Pure Essence
• Contemporary To Casual Salon
• Maly's Inc.
• Handsome Alice
• Salon Elan Vital
• Takin' Cuts
• Merle Norman Studio
• Signature Salon
• On Track Design

Student Testimonials
"A great school with a great reputation. Fun Learning atmosphere. Great instructors that really care....plus tons of professional products (to work with)".
  - Melissa, Senior Student

"TBA School of Cosmetology prepares you not only for the practical (technical), but also for the personal aspect of this business. They instill the importance of customer service as well as how to get the look that the client wishes to achieve. I think that TBA School of Cosmetology is the most respected school in the Traverse City Area."
  - Danielle, Senior Student

"I am happy I chose TBA School of Cosmetology because it has a great atmosphere, one-on-one help (from the instructors) and mock state board testing to prepare you for taking your State Boards to receive your Cosmetology license."
  - Shonda, Senior Student

"This school has a great reputation with the community and local salons."
  - Candace, Senior Student

"I like the appearance and professionalism of the school. It is set up like a salon. We learn everything including facials and pedicures. The instructors and students all work together to learn new things. It's worth the time and money."
  - Jill, Senior Student

Invitation
We cordially invite you to come and see our state-of-the-art clinic and meet our staff and students before you make this important career choice.