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 Training Pathways 

Choosing the right training pathway is crucial for your success in the beauty and grooming industry. Learn about your two potential options: beauty and grooming apprenticeships that provide on-the-job learning and traditional beauty or barbering schools that equip you with essential knowledge. Each pathway has its own advantages; learn more to make an informed decision.

 Compare options based on cost, timeline, and training environment. 

Apprenticeships

Federal cosmetology, barbering, hair design, esthetics, and manicurist apprenticeship programs blend hands-on experience with essential technical training towards licensure. Discover how apprenticeships in cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, and nail technology can set you on the path to success.

Hair Dyeing Preparation
Hair Dyeing Preparation
Hair Styling Scene

Traditional Schooling

Traditional beauty and barbering schools are state-approved programs tailored to meet the educational requirements for fields such as cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, and nail technology. Explore why traditional beauty school may be best for you.

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