Springfield
The Academy of Hair Design revealed their 2015 Fashion Show on November 2nd. This year’s event took place in downtown Springfield at the beautiful Veridian Event Center. Guests were served popcorn, soda, and candy. “Night at the Movies” was the theme for this year’s event! We welcomed many professionals from the community to join us…
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Academy of Hair Design students, staff, and alumni were honored to be able to participate in two Back-to-School events in Springfield on Tuesday, August 4th. A team of three alumni created new looks for 23 of the residents living in Springfield’s domestic violence shelter, Harmony House, during their back-to-school party. www.myharmonyhouse.org A second team of students…
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Friday, June 5, 2015 Academy of Hair Design hosted the Student Hair Wars 2015 Reveal Party. Students, friends, family, and the general public were invited in for an evening of networking, and voting on for this years winners. Our goal as an Academy is to expose our students to every facet of the industry we…
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Whether you are studying to be a cosmetologist, a barber or an esthetician, opening your own salon is always a possibility. The artistic and technical aspects of the beauty industry are often at odds with the pragmatic and orderly aspects of running a business. From payroll to end of year taxes, there is a whole…
Read MoreCompleting a program in cosmetology at a leading school can result in a highly rewarding career. The beauty industry continues to grow as many people seek to enhance their looks through the hands of cosmetic experts. Students must seek top-notch training in the best cosmetology schools in order to have a good grasp of the…
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A group of cosmetology students and admission counselors made a life changing trip recently. They traveled to Rwanda, a country with a dark history and a bright future. Two decades ago, the small African country of Rwanda was home to one of the worst genocides in recent history. This year marks the anniversary of what…
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Learning all of the latest techniques and skills are very important to succeeding in the exciting and creative field of hair design. Cosmetologists have to be outstanding in all aspects of hair cutting, styling, and coloring, while Barbers treat their customers in areas such as shaving, clipper use, and cutting hair. To be a truly…
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Cosmetology is not just about being a great hairdresser, colorist or manicurist. A successful cosmetologist needs business skills in order to build and retain their clientele, keep track of and improve their bottom line, market their business, make valuable contacts in the industry, and improve and change with the times. It is important to remember…
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If you’re considering becoming a cosmetologist, you’re definitely on the right track for a prosperous career. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that employment for cosmetologists is expected to grow by 14 percent from 2010 to 2020. However, a successful career in cosmetology takes more than just great cosmetology skills such as…
Read MoreWe are thrilled to share news about our affiliated school, Dream Beauty Academy, in Rwanda. Now you can read more information about the African cosmetology school and make donations to help educate more people through the school’s updated webpage at AfricaNewLife.org. Academy of Hair Design co-founders Christie and David Gonzales started Dream Beauty Academy, which opened in…
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