Professional foundation
Cosmetology
Develop foundational knowledge and practical skills across hair, skin, nails, makeup, and salon professionalism.
At a glance
Learn through study, practice, and professional habits.
DFSBA describes its training as hands-on and led by industry-experienced instructors. Use this page as a starting point, then review the academy’s official catalog and speak with admissions about the details that apply to you.
- Hair cutting, coloring, and styling techniques for all hair types
- Skin care, facials, treatments, and hair-removal methods
- Nail care, manicures, pedicures, nail art, and artificial nails
- Day, evening, and special-event makeup application
- Customer service, professionalism, and salon-management fundamentals

The learning environment
Technique grows stronger when you get to practice it.
The academy’s public materials describe a learning experience that combines classroom instruction with hands-on work, including student salon and spa practice. Come tour the space and ask about the learning path that fits your goals.
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