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
A stylist working with a client in an image from the academy’s public visual presence

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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Your next step

See if Cosmetology is your next chapter.

Talk with the academy about availability, enrollment details, and the documents you should review before applying.