HAIR
1500 HOURS + ELECTIVES
Our Hair program is designed to transform your passion for hairstyling into a professional, in-demand career. You’ll receive comprehensive training in haircutting, coloring, chemical texturizing, and styling, while staying on top of the latest trends and techniques in the industry. From mastering classic precision cuts to creating show-stopping, fashion-forward styles, you’ll build the skills and confidence to work in salons, backstage at events, or even as a platform artist.
What makes our program truly unique is the opportunity to customize your education. You’ll choose six electives from our Esthetics, Nails, or Makeup programs, giving you a well-rounded skill set that goes beyond hair alone. This flexibility allows you to enhance your creativity, increase your earning potential, and offer clients a broader range of services — making you a versatile, competitive professional in the beauty industry.
SCHEDULE
Monday | Wednesday | Friday from 9:00a - 4:00p
HAIR SESSION 1: January 2027 - October 2028
COURSES
** INDICATES ELECTIVES
ANATOMY & HISTOLOGY **
72 HOURS
BUSINESS ETIQUETTE & PROFESSIONALISM
42 HOURS
BLACK HAIR LAB **
72 HOURS
BACTERIOLOGY & SANITATION
54 HOURS
CARE & STYLING OF HAIR EXTENSIONS
90 HOURS
CHEMISTRY FOR COSMETOLOGISTS
54 HOURS
FUNDAMENTALS OF SCALP CARE & HAIR STYLING 101
144 HOURS
CONTRACT & POLICY WRITING
36 HOURS
FUNDAMENTALS OF SCALP CARE & HAIR STYLING 102
144 HOURS
FUNDAMENTALS OF FINGER-WAVE & SHORT STYLES
90 HOURS
HAIR STYLIST PRACTICAL LAB & PORTFOLIO
108 HOURS
HISTORY & APP OF BRAIDING **
90 HOURS
MASTERING BLOWOUTS
MALE GROOMING & BEARD CARE **
144 HOURS
72 HOURS
MD STATE LAWS & REGULATIONS
54 HOURS
PRO HAIR KIT COMPONENTS **
36 HOURS
SALON MANAGEMENT
TECHNIQUES OF HAIR COLORING
54 HOURS
144 HOURS
TECHNIQUES OF HAIR CUTTING
144 HOURS
TUITION & PROGRAM COSTS
Our tuition is thoughtfully structured in line with national beauty school averages, ensuring affordability while providing students with the highest quality training, professional tools, and supportive learning environment.
HAIR - 1500 HOURS
NATIONAL AVERAGE
$20,000
SIX ELECTIVES
$3,600
LICENSE EXAM FEE
$80
PRO KIT, BOOKS, SUPPLIES
$1,500
PORTFOLIO
$500
TUITION COST
$25,680
Like most professional schools and universities, tuition is billed as a full program cost rather than in monthly installments. This ensures your place in the program is secured and your learning experience is uninterrupted. Monthly installments through private lenders is available.
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All required instructional hours for your chosen program
Six elective courses from the remaining 3 Programs
Hands-on training with state-of-the-art equipment
Access to our Academy’s student resources and learning facilities
Learning materials & fully stocked Professional Kit for you to keep
Professional photoshoot and developed portfolio upon graduation
Academic advising, career preparation, and mentorship
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At CocoTea Beauty Academy, tuition is billed per program, similar to traditional universities. By paying tuition in full, your place in the program is secured from day one. This allows us to provide a seamless, uninterrupted education experience and ensures our academy maintains the highest standards of training without gaps in instruction, or the distraction and stress of monthly billing.
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Pay Directly: Tuition is billed per program and paid in full prior to the program start date.
Financing Available: For students who need additional flexibility, CocoTea partners with trusted financing organizations that specialize in career and trade school loans. These lenders allow you to invest in your education today and repay over time, through monthly billing.
Scholarships & Grants: CocoTea Beauty Academy accepts scholarships and eligible grants where applicable (See Affordability).