John Jay Beauty College offers training and education for hairstylists, colorists, nail artists and aestheticians. Students can learn different techniques in less than one or two years, depending on the program they choose. The school immerses enrollees in 1,500 hours of classes with instruction and hands-on training. John Jay Beauty College also assists graduates in getting jobs in the field of cosmetology. Some of the programs the college offers include aesthetician, skin-care specialist, cosmetology, barber and styling, nail instructor, hairstyling and general cosmetology. John Jay acted as president of Intercoiffure, an organization that strives to maintain high standards at salons worldwide, for 23 years.
John Jay Beauty College
540 Robert E. Lee Boulevard
New Orleans, LA 70124
504-282-7234
jonjaybeauty.com
Aveda Institutes in New Orleans offers cosmetology and aesthetics programs for students interested in learning about hair, skin, nails, make-up application and skin care. Students learn from professionals about techniques as well as the business side of cosmetology. Aveda Institutes bases its curriculum on theoretical knowledge, practical experience and professional business-building. After completing programs at Aveda Institutes students can become licensed cosmetologists and aestheticians. Graduates of Aveda Institute can work as hairstylists, stylists for Fashion Week, make-up artists, salon owners and much more. Advanced academy courses are available from Aveda in Berlin, London, New York, Vancouver and Toronto.
Aveda Institutes Beauty Basics, Inc.
3330 Veterans Memorial Boulevard
Metairie New Orleans, LA 70002
504-454-1400
avedainstitutesbb.com
Tommy Aucoin, an award-winning hairstylist and colorist, runs Atelier Aucoin Academy, which offers training programs in hairstyling, cutting and coloring. In addition, the academy also offers courses in make-up application. At first students observe instructors' demonstrations and then gain hands-on experience. Atelier Aucoin's programs include one- or two-day programs that include a continental breakfast and catered lunch. Readers of "La Jolla Light News" named Tommy Aucoin Best Stylist in La Jolla, California, 2009-2010.
Atelier Aucoin Salons and Academy
900 South Peters Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
504-525-7727
atelieraucoin.com