This is YOUR moment.
Ready to turn your passion for beauty into income? Our 12-week short-term certificate program is designed to give you real skills, real experience, and a clear plan to start earning—fast.
This hybrid program combines makeup artistry, brow services, lash applications, and business training so you don’t just learn—you launch.
Makeup Artistry
Brows
Lashes
Business & Professional Development
Weeks 1–4: Foundation
History, science, sanitation, and theory. Product knowledge and skin fundamentals.
Week 5: Hands-on begins
Students transition into practical application.
Weeks 5–8: Skill development
Live demonstrations and guided practice sessions.
Weeks 9–12: Business and career preparation
Brand development, business plan creation, resume building, and professionalism training.
Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Classes alternate between virtual and in-person
Students should expect to complete at least 4 hours of coursework during the week
To complete the program, each student must perform services on 10 clients in the school’s spa environment. Services are offered at discounted rates for training purposes.
Students are not paid, as required by law, but may receive tips directly from clients.
Professional essentials kit
Mannequin for practice
Student uniform
Hands-on training and mentorship
Business-building resources
Program price: $4,500
Introductory tuition: $2,000 (all-inclusive)
Fees
Application fee: $45 (non-refundable)
Registration fee: $30 (non-refundable)
A $500 deposit is required to secure your spot
Flexible payment options are available. Afterpay can be used for the deposit in four bi-weekly payments of $125. Payment plans are available for the remaining balance. Students may also apply for financing through SweetPay.
Students who choose to continue into esthetics licensing may receive 30 days of credited hours toward the 1,000-hour requirement through the Alabama Board of Cosmetology.
Students who successfully complete all program requirements will participate in a graduation ceremony in September 2026.
1. Submit your application
2. Complete a virtual or in-person interview
3. Secure your spot with your deposit
Beginners entering the beauty industry
Aspiring freelancers and entrepreneurs
Artists expanding into brows and lashes
Individuals seeking a fast-track, income-producing skillset
Spots are limited for the introductory rate.
Apply today and take the first step toward your beauty career.

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