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• The History of Cosmetology School: A Look Back
  May 30, 2023

  At The Salon Professional Academy (TSPA), we understand the importance of education and training in the cosmetology industry. As an industry that has been around for centuries, cosmetology’s rich history has shaped how we view beauty today. The Early Days During the 16th century, cosmetology began gaining prominence in France. Women began using complex hairstyles […]

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• What Qualifications Do You Need to Become a Platform Artist?
  April 30, 2023

  Are you considering a career as a platform artist in the beauty industry? Platform artists must have extensive knowledge of current trends and excellent communication skills. Here are some of the qualifications required to become a successful platform artist. Creativity Platform artists need to be able to think outside the box and create unique looks […]

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• Find Your Future in Cosmetology
  April 19, 2023

  Have you ever wanted to enter the beauty industry? Are you intrigued by the idea of working as a licensed cosmetologist? If so, then you’ve come to the right place. In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the many career options available to licensed cosmetologists. We’ll also discuss why now is an ideal time […]

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• The Interview: What to Ask
  March 25, 2023

  It’s impressive that over 3.2 million high school students graduated in 2020 in the US!  Post-graduation can often feel like an overwhelming time in a person’s life, especially if you’re unsure what to do next. One of the most promising careers involves working as a cosmetologist or manicurist at a salon, for instance. Are you […]

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• Choosing the Right Beauty Program: How Our Admissions Offices Help
  November 20, 2022

  Few industries are more exciting than the beauty business. That’s because there’s no shortage of new things to learn, you get to work in an energetic environment, help make people look amazing, and earn an impressive income. The key to getting started as a cosmetologist is to find a beauty program that will help you […]

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• Fears & Self Doubt: Imposter Syndrome, Overcoming It
  October 20, 2022

  Have you always dreamed of a career in the beauty world? If so, you understand that it takes a lot of talent, passion for making people look their best, and a willingness to work hard. You might experience or need to overcome imposter syndrome, or as we like to call it, overcoming some fears and […]

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• Chair Rental vs. Hourly: Which Method of Income Is Right For You?
  September 4, 2022

  The demand for beauty professionals is projected to increase by 19% from 2020 to 2030. As a new graduate, you probably don’t know where to start building your career. The first and most important step in entering the world of hairdressing is to figure out which method of income is suitable for you.  There are […]

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• How to be an Amazing Mom While in Beauty School
  February 7, 2022

  How to be an Amazing Mom While in Beauty School Jenna L a current student is doing an AMAZING job balancing being a mom and a student A beneficial decision for your future career prospects, beauty school teaches the techniques and skills needed to be a successful cosmetologist, though if you are also balancing your […]

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• How to Manage Home life and Beauty School
  February 1, 2022

  Wendy and her children (Cosmetology alumni) As you get ready to start your cosmetology training, you need to keep a healthy balance between home life and beauty school. With the rise of remote learning, many in cosmetology school struggle to balance children, work, and other commitments, while staying organized to tackle beauty school. Read on […]

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• Is Cosmetology School Worth it?
  January 27, 2022

  Is Cosmetology School Worth It?   Do you have a keen interest in the beauty industry? Perhaps haircare, makeup, nails or skincare are one of your passions? You might be a perfect fit for cosmetology school!   Cosmetology school is a great way of learning to hone these skills face-to-face with experts. Instead of learning […]

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