In less than one year, you’re ready to enter one of the fastest growing, stable, professional fields: Cosmetology.
 Now more than ever, a career in cosmetology is so much more than cutting hair. There are many different opportunities available for those who are certified in the field.
Careers such as hair stylists, makeup artists, nail technicians, instructors and national beauty sales representatives are just a few of the professions that our students enter into.
National Academy’s unique approach to comprehensive, hand-on learning truly prepares students to succeed in their career.
Our graduates are prepared with comprehensive skills and training, ready for a stable future, in the growing field of cosmetology. Plus, unlike other careers, cosmetology offers the flexibility and independence of having your own clients or opening your own salon. Today, even with economic challenges, the market continues to grow.
Proven, Comprehensive, Hands-On Learning At Its Best
The National Academy educational model has been developed, refined, and well-proven through years of our history. We are proud of the thousands of graduates who have successfully become licensed professionals and are prepared for careers in the community.
Our instructors possess outstanding teaching abilities. Their proven, advanced professional skills and fresh scientific research make learning fascinating, involving, and fun!
The faculty, with years of experience, knowledge and understanding, prides itself in interpersonal coaching skills. Instructors work together with each student to understand his or her challenges.
Students learn professional, positive approaches to problem solving in a real salon environment to help our clients look and feel their best. Most importantly, learning is interesting, exciting and fun.
We make learning fun!
A Curriculum that Encourages
Your Success
At National Academy of Beauty Arts, the comprehensive curriculum is designed around true hands-on-training. Our student salons offer
real world experience in which students work with actual clients, understanding
their needs and wants. The unique program delivers actual, salon results as well as valuable salon and customer experience.
This experience is a key component in professionalism and problem solving. Students thrive in the positive environment allowing them to benefit even more from their education.
The National Academy learning program is supplemented with frequent expert guest speakers and salon owners, many of whom serve on our advisory board. Speakers lecture on a variety of subjects related to your career success and challenges.
Advanced Curriculum Furthers Your Academic Success
National Academy of Beauty Arts awards advanced diplomas in cosmetology. For those wishing to specialize in an area, advanced diplomas are awarded in hair cutting, hair styling, skin care and makeup, manicuring and nail sculpture, permanent waving, and hair coloring. In these specialized areas, students receive additional creative coaching with hands-on training and personalized instruction
Your Professional Portfolio Makes You
The Star
Each graduating student compiles a professional portfolio showcasing different styles and makeovers on models of their choice.
    This professionally photographed portfolio illustrates dramatic before and after results, truly demonstrating your skills and abilities. This portfolio, combined with your resume, experience, and training prepare you to embark of the career of your dreams.