Cosmetology Program in Chula Vista, CA
Becoming a licensed cosmetologist and launching a career in the beauty industry requires extensive knowledge. Before legally performing beauty services on others, individuals must receive practical, hands-on training from an accredited beauty college such as Bellus Academy, located in Chula Vista, San Diego, CA.
With our Advanced Cosmetology and Cosmetology Foundation programs at our Chula Vista, San Diego campus, we offer aspiring beauty professionals a path toward pursuing a career as a licensed cosmetologist. Each program prepares students to begin working in the beauty industry and is designed to set aspiring professionals up for success. Discover more about our Chula Vista cosmetology programs.
Our Cosmetology Foundation Program
The Cosmetology Foundation program, offered at our Chula Vista campus, introduces students to an in-depth curriculum about hair, skin, and nails.
Curriculum Topics
During the 1,000-hour program, students will gain training on the following:
- Wet and thermal styling
- Chemical waving and straightening
- Signature foundation hair coloring and haircutting
- Facials and brow shaping
- Hair removal
- Lash lift
- Basic makeup techniques
- Manicures, pedicures, and nail enhancements
Other crucial topics covered in the Cosmetology Foundation program include infection control, equipment safety, and California state laws and regulations. The program also gives students insight into the business aspects of the cosmetology industry. The program’s well-rounded curriculum includes marketing, branding, retail sales, client retention, and financial management instruction. Students also refine their skills in our busy, supervised Student Salon and Spa, where licensed instructors supervise future professionals while working with a diverse clientele.
Program Schedule
- Day schedule (7 months): Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Night schedule (10 months): Monday – Friday: 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
With academic and hands-on training provided in our Cosmetology Foundation program, students will be equipped with the necessary skills and tools to enter the beauty industry after receiving their certificate and license.
Our Advanced Cosmetology Program
Bellus Academy offers an advanced cosmetology program for students seeking an in-depth introduction to cosmetology or current beauty professionals wishing to expand their knowledge and career opportunities.
The Advanced Cosmetology curriculum was designed by the collaboration of Bellus Academy educators and an advisory board of high-end and top salons salon and spa owners. This curriculum was created to teach our students the skills needed to perform the same high-end services that top salons and spas provide to their clients. The Advanced Cosmetology program is designed to give students entry-level employment opportunities within these elite salons and spas.
Curriculum Topics
This 1,500-hour program provides advanced training in signature haircutting, hair coloring, hair extensions, facials, lashes, brow shaping, and hair removal.
While enrolled, students will learn how to perform many core services successfully that they will need to know before entering the workforce, such as eyelash extensions, lash lifts, basic makeup, manicures, pedicures, and nail enhancements. They also get to practice their skills at our Student Salon and Spa, where they are supervised while working with real clients.
The Advanced Cosmetology program offers additional certifications, exclusive training, and additional kit items and tools. Students in the Advanced Program will train and graduate certified in Hair Extensions (3 methods: Tape-in, Weft, and K-tips) and Eyelash Extensions (Classic and volume). Additionally, students will learn exclusive specialized cutting and color training, focusing on more technical and creative approaches to different advanced techniques.
This advanced program includes business training to prepare students to succeed in the beauty and cosmetology industry. Students will gain insight into creating a personal brand, marketing themselves to potential clients, and managing finances.
Program Schedule
- Day schedule: Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Night schedule: Monday – Friday: 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
The Advantages of Choosing Bellus Academy’s Beauty School in Chula Vista
At Bellus Academy, our mission is to create a culture of excellence for post-secondary education. Our unwavering commitment is why Bellus Academy is so highly regarded in beauty education and why our students leave us feeling inspired and prepared to achieve their career dreams.
We specialize in all levels of beauty training and have built a reputation for innovative education. Award-winning instructors with extensive industry experience lead the cosmetology programs offered at our Chula Vista campus. Our licensed instructors use their vast knowledge and real-world experiences to educate aspiring beauty professionals.
Beyond the comprehensive cosmetology education students receive, choosing Bellus Academy provides several other advantages. To ensure students are well-equipped to succeed in the classroom, we give every student an equipment kit containing learning tools and the equipment needed to excel in cosmetology school. Students will also receive an iPad to access Bellus Academy’s digital learning platform, as some programs offer convenient hybrid courses with a mix of online and onsite, hands-on learning.
Bellus Academy offers students several unique hands-on learning experiences, such as our supervised Student Salon and Spa, to further enhance students’ readiness to enter the workforce. With this opportunity, students will get to perform actual cosmetology services on clients under licensed instructors’ supervision. Additionally, we help students acquire externships and off-site learning possibilities to gain more professional experience and begin pursuing a rewarding career in the beauty industry.
Enroll in Our Cosmetology School Today
Receive a top-quality cosmetology education at the Bellus Academy campus in Chula Vista, CA. We offer various cosmetology programs led by licensed instructors in learning environments, encouraging students to succeed. In addition to in-depth education, we are pleased to offer eligible students financial aid to help make cosmetology school more financially manageable. Get info now or learn how to apply today.