Locally-Owned. Accredited.
Focused on Your Future.

Cosmetology Training Center offers everything you should be looking for in a cosmetology school: modern facilities, experienced instructors, convenient hours, and a dedication to helping you pursue your dreams—all at a competitive price. We’re a locally-owned beauty school with a long history of providing professional training in the Acadiana area. We will help you turn practice into confident skills you will use to launch a career in beauty.

Ready to learn more and see where cosmetology training could take you? Contact our Admissions Team to schedule a tour of our beauty school today.

Cosmetology Program Details

Program Length

1500 clock hours

Weekly Schedule

25 hours per week

Estimated Completion

15 months

What You Learn in Our Cosmetology Program

Our cosmetology program is designed to give you a broad foundation in beauty services. You will learn technical skills, professional services, business-related information, and client care.

Hair
Services

  • Hair cutting
  • Hair styling
  • Hair coloring
  • Foil highlights
  • Balayage
  • Permanent waving
  • Product knowledge
  • Tools and equipment

Skin Care
Services

  • Skin care
  • Makeup application
  • Special Effects
  • Dermaplane
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Facials
  • Waxing & Hair Removal

Nail
Services

  • Manicures
  • Sculptured nails
  • Cutical Care
  • Acrylic Nails
  • Nail Art
  • Pedicures

Professional Skills

  • Sanitation and safety
  • Client communication
  • Professional conduct
  • Business and job-related information
  • Working with products and equipment
  • Supervised clinic services

How Cosmetology Training Works

Cosmetology school includes more than learning beauty techniques. You also build professional habits, communication skills, and confidence through a mix of classroom learning and hands-on practice.

1

Classroom Instruction

You begin by learning theory, safety, sanitation, professional expectations, and foundational beauty concepts.

2

Instructor Demonstrations

Watch experienced educators demonstrate techniques, tools, and professional workflows used in real salon and spa environments.

3

Hands-On Guided Practice

As you progress, you will practice techniques in hair, nails, skin care, makeup, and other cosmetology services.

4

Supervised Student Clinic

You will participate in supervised cosmetology services while working in the clinic. This helps you practice client communication, service preparation, sanitation, timing, and technical skills in a school environment.

5

State Board Preparation

Prepare for licensure with focused training, mock exams, and review sessions designed around state board requirements.

6

Career Focused Preparation

You will also receive instruction in business and job-related information to help them understand professional expectations in the beauty industry.

Why Choose Us?

Learn With Professional Products

Cosmetology Training Center uses Paul Mitchell products during classroom and clinic training. You may also be introduced to other professional product lines through outside educators and special classes.

This gives you the opportunity to learn about different products, tools, and techniques used in salon environments.

Paul Mitchell products are also available for purchase in the clinic.

A Schedule Designed With Busy Students in Mind

We understand that many students are balancing school with work, children, and other responsibilities. Our cosmetology program is scheduled for 25 hours per week. This schedule may help you pursue cosmetology training while still making time for your personal responsibilities.

Paying for Cosmetology School

Cosmetology school is an investment in your education. Our team will walk you through current tuition, fees, required supplies, payment options, and program disclosures so you can make an informed decision.

Before enrolling, you are encouraged to review all program costs and disclosures.

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Career Paths in Cosmetology

After completing the required training and meeting applicable state licensing requirements, cosmetology graduates may pursue a variety of beauty industry paths.

Potential career paths may include:

  • Salon stylist
  • Blow-dry bar stylist
  • Brow/wax specialist
  • Platform stylist
  • Color specialist
  • Bridal team artist
  • Salon coordinator or manager
  • Texture specialist
  • Makeup artist
  • Beauty supply sales representative
  • Salon Owner
  • Skin Care Specialist
  • Lash Artist
  • Theatrical Stylist
  • Beauty Editor

Career opportunities can vary based on licensure, experience, location, employer requirements, and other factors.

Cosmetology School FAQs

How long does it take to complete the Cosmetology Training program?

The Cosmetology program is 1500 clock hours, which you will complete in as little as 60 weeks. How long it takes to complete the training will depend on your attendance and progress, but we offer family-friendly hours to help you keep momentum with your training. The admissions team will share current class times and the next available start date.

How do I pay for beauty school?

Financial Aid is available to those who qualify. Start with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®), then meet with our team to review options such as Pell Grants, Federal Direct Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loans, and payment plans. Some students also pursue outside scholarships or state resources. We’ll help you compare pathways so you can choose an approach that balances your budget and timeline.

What's included in the student kit?

Your kit is designed to mirror tools you’ll use in a salon and typically includes shears, clippers/trimmers, combs/brushes, sectioning tools, hot tools for finishing, mannequins, and core product supplies — plus access to our eBook. Exact contents can change. You’ll receive the current inventory list during enrollment. Using professional tools from day one helps your clinic practice feel like real shop work.

When are cosmetology classes offered?

Classes are scheduled on weekdays to support family and work responsibilities, and the school is closed on weekends and major holidays. Specific day hours are set by the campus and may be updated from time to time. Attendance and effort are key to your progress, so we’ll help you set a schedule you will follow consistently. Ask the Admissions Team about class times.

How soon will I start working with clients?

After you build core techniques in the classroom, you will transition to live-client services on the clinic floor under supervision. Many students begin seeing guests early in their training, so skills move from practice to real-world quickly. The exact timing depends on your progress and readiness. All services are provided by students under the supervision of licensed professionals.

How To Enroll in Our Cosmetology Program

Getting started with the cosmetology program at Cosmetology Training Center is straightforward. Our admissions team will walk you through each step and answer your questions along the way.

  • Schedule a campus tour
    Visit our Lafayette campus, see our classrooms and clinic floor, and meet members of our team.
  • Meet with admissions
    Talk one-on-one with an admissions team member about your goals, schedule needs, program details, and enrollment requirements.
  • Explore your funding options
    Our team will help you review tuition, fees, payment options, and financial aid information. Financial aid may be available to those who qualify.
  • Complete your application
    Submit your application, bring required documentation (proof of education, such as a high school diploma or GED, Valid Photo ID, and Social Security Card), and any applicable fees.
  • Prepare for your cosmetology training
    Once admitted, you will review available class start dates and receive information about their student kit, which includes tools, gear, and products used during training.

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