Category: Beauty School

Most beauty school students pay for their education through a combination of federal financial aid, institutional scholarships and grants, and student loans, and the process typically starts with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). At Keune Academy by 124, Financial Aid is available to those who qualify, and the financial aid office helps students…

A hair design license opens the door to far more than working behind a salon chair. Graduates can build careers as salon stylists, editorial or session stylists, bridal and event specialists, platform artists and brand educators, salon owners, hair design educators, or freelance stylists, since hair design training covers cutting, color, styling, and client communication…

A career in beauty offers steady demand, daily creative work, flexible scheduling, and a faster path into the workforce than a traditional four-year degree, since cosmetology and hair design combine hands-on technique with business training that applies in salons, spas, and businesses of your own. At Keune Academy by 124, students train in Master Cosmetology and Hair Design programs…

After completing a Master Cosmetology or Hair Design program, graduates in Georgia must apply to the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers and pass a theory exam and a practical exam before they can legally work for pay in a salon. At Keune Academy by 124, the required training hours, hands-on practice, and state…

At Keune Academy by 124, our students are the heart of our community — the dreamers, the artists, and the future leaders of the beauty industry. Each season brings new creativity and inspiration to our salon floor, and this fall, our students are setting the tone with their passion, dedication, and artistry. One of those…

Beauty school prepares future stylists through five connected stages: mastering technical fundamentals, gaining real client experience, learning the business side of beauty, building a portfolio, and getting networking and job placement support, so graduates leave ready to work rather than just certified. At Keune Academy by 124, all five stages happen in one place, including…

Beauty school is not an easy fallback option, a hair-and-makeup-only program, or a dead end for growth. It requires mastering anatomy, chemistry, state law, and business skills, and it leads to a state license that qualifies graduates for work across the beauty industry. At Keune Academy by 124, the Master Cosmetology and Hair Design programs combine that academic training…

The first year after beauty school typically means starting as an assistant or junior stylist, building a client base from walk-ins and referrals, and continuing to refine technique through mentorship and continuing education, all while learning to manage commission-based or hourly pay. At Keune Academy by 124, graduates enter that first year already having worked…

We had the privilege of interviewing Simone, and in her own words, she shared her remarkable journey, from a lifelong love of beauty to her decision to join Keune Academy. Join us as we delve deeper into the world of Simone Simmons.

Are you ready to enroll in beauty school, but need the funding to start? There are a variety of beauty scholarships out there for you to choose from. Learn more about funding your cosmetology education and how to apply.