Alexandria, Virginia, is a city rich with history, but also on the cutting edge of style, beauty, and fashion. In fact, beauty parlors and nail salons fit right into the streets popular for shopping and entertainment. For those who think that Alexandria would be a wonderful place to live and build cosmetology skills, there are several schools in the area where you can learn basic concepts to advanced certification in all aspects of beauty.
Spectrum Beauty Academy
Spectrum Beauty Academy offers a variety of courses with the intent to prepare students for the state cosmetology licensing examination, as well as preparing them for work in the field once they are certified. Aspiring cosmetologists receive a well-rounded beauty education, which includes manicures and pedicures, barber courses, and esthetics training. There is even a self-study option for those who prefer to learn at a different pace or already have some experience.
Mylandre Institute of Cosmetology
Mylandre Institute touts its prestigious staff and its networking opportunities; this program intends not only to train aspiring cosmetologists, but also to give them job placement opportunities. The institute offers financial aid to qualifying students, one-on-one training if preferred, sales and customer service techniques, and instructors who speak various languages.
The Skin Care Center
With 20 years of instructional experience, The Skin Care Center School of Esthetics guarantees an education that is globally inspired (with instructors from around the world) and was nominated for an award for best school in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The focus in this school is on skin care, waxing, electrolysis, and makeup application.
Other Academies
Other beauty schools in Alexandria that do not offer information via website are the Executive Academy, Star of the USA Beauty Academy, and Victor Beauty Academies. The Beauty Schools Directory notes that these programs are all intended to take less than two years and prepare students for state board exams and a profession in the beauty industry.
Admission
Applicants in any of the beauty schools have various requirements. They must be 18 years of age to receive a state certification; therefore beauty schools encourage applicants to be at least 16 years old since most programs take about two years. Prospective beauty students fill out an application and meet with key members of the school faculty to be considered for admission to the programs. From there, courses begin and students must pass tests along the way--much like any school--in order to progress in the programs.
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