Pittsburgh Cosmetology Schools & Programs Accredited cosmetology coursework leading to diplomas, certificates and specialized associate degrees are available at the Pittsburgh Beauty Academy Certificate courses in nail design, professional make-up, electrology and esthetic skin care run from four to ten weeks; diploma programs range from ten to 54 weeks and include general cosmetology, master salon management, barber technology, master skin care and electrology; the specialized associate in cosmetology management degree is a 70-week course The school also offers branch locations in Charleroi, Greensburg and New Kensington.

Along with hands-on experience, training in marketing, managing, and reception are part of the cosmetology, nail technology and teaching curriculum at Empire Beauty Schools with Pittsburgh-metro area campuses in North Hills, South Hills and Monroeville. Other cosmetology school options (without current web sites) include: North Hills Beauty Academy (434 Perry Hwy, Pittsburgh, Pa. 15229-1819), Pa. Barber School (145 Steuben St, Pittsburgh, Pa. 15220), and the PBA Institute of Esthetic (415 Smithfield St Fl 2, Pittsburgh, Pa. 15222-2218), South Hills Beauty Academy (3269 W Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, Pa. 15216-2335).

According to the Pennsylvania Department of Labor Industry, steady increases in cosmetology-related employment are expected in the Pittsburgh-metro area between 2002 and 2012, with projected 2.2% growth of the 6,780 cosmetology and related field positions.

Cosmetology Schools, Programs & Courses in Pittsburgh
Subjects listed are highlights of programs and/or courses offered.  
Harrington College of Design Brown College Argosy University University of Phoenix American Intercontinental University Kaplan University Le Cordon Bleu Schools International Academy of Design & Technology Argosy University Audubon Expedition Institute Brooks Institute of Photography Brooks Institute of Photography The Art Institutes The Art Institutes Sanford Brown Institute Harrington College of Design University of Phoenix Brooks Institute of Photography Brooks Institute of Photography Argosy University DeVry University Vet Tech Institute The Art Institutes The Art Institute Online

Why Pittsburgh is a Great Place to Study Cosmetology
Pittsburgh provides a variety of opportunities for students considering an education and career in the field of cosmetology. The hands-on experience part of all cosmetology training, often at school-run clincs or salons, will prepare students to launch a career at any of the aproximate 1,700 beauty salons located in the Pittsburgh metro area.

Other Resources for Cosmetology Education and Careers in Pittsburgh
  • Pennsylvania Secretary of State licensing guidelines and applications
  • The Professional Beauty Association
  • Beauty Tech
  • Behind the Chair
  • National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology
  • Cosmetology Advancement Foundation
  • Cosmetology - Employers in Pittsburgh
  • Salon 5844
  • Spadent Dental Spa & Salon
  • National Cosmetology Association Job Board
  • SalonEmployment.com Job Search Engine

  • Cosmetology - Scholarship Opportunities in Pittsburgh
  • The American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS)
  • The National Cosmetology Association (NCA)
  • The Joe Francis Haircare Scholarship Foundation
  • The American Health and Beauty Aids Institute (AHBAI)
  • OPI Products Inc.
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