Located in Anchorage, MetrOasis Advanced Training Center offers a cosmetology course that includes hair color techniques, styling, an introduction to the chemistry of hair and the products used, scalp services, salon management and marketing. Classes are Tuesday through Saturday. MetrOasis students must pass a school-administered admission test. Tuition as of 2011 was $6,745 and financial aid is available.
A family owned and operated business since 1972, Trendsetters is in Anchorage. All applicants must be interviewed by an admissions director prior to acceptance. Two modules comprise the curriculum consisting of a textbook education coupled with salon practice. Students are expected to attend class 40 hours every week. The course prepares students for the Alaska State Cosmetology Exam. Tuition as of 2011 is $7,200 and includes all books, permits and equipment. Financial aid is available.
The Galina, Alaska, school district offers a cosmetology program through its adult education division. The course is 55 weeks long and tuition is $7,100, as of February 2011. The fee includes tuition, fees and books. Financial aid is available.
Located in Anchorage, the Academy of Hair Design teaches cosmetology and prepares students for the state licensing exam. Hair styling, cutting and color, perms, scalp treatments, makeup application and salon management are taught in the course. All applicants must have a pre-admission interview, have a high school diploma or equivalent and be 16 years or older. Open since 1986, the Academy of Hair Design is a family run business. Tuition as of 2011 is $5,300 including all fees, equipment and permits.