Cosmetology Programs
Cosmetology Program - Nampa, ID
We educate and train our students (or as we call them, Future Professionals) to begin their careers in the beauty industry as licensed cosmetologists. Future Professionals are guided by our Learning Leaders through the cosmetology program’s three levels—Core, Adaptive, and Creative—taking on more advanced techniques and building real-world skills and confidence as they move through each stage. Our cosmetology program curriculum includes Paul Mitchell Advanced Education’s proprietary Cutting System, Color System, Texture System, Short Hair System, and Makeup System.
OUR COSMETOLOGY PROGRAMS
We offer varying cosmetology program options. See below for more details on each of them.
Cosmetology
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?
School Supplies, Kit, and Tuition Costs
| TUITION – COSMETOLOGY *Effective January 1, 2025 | COST |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $21,392.00 |
| Registration Fee | 100.00 |
| Technical Kit* | 1,610.21 |
| Textbooks (non-refundable) | 252.00 |
| Digital Kit (non-refundable) | 299.00 |
| Shipping & Handling (non-refundable) | 209.12 |
| Sales Tax (non-refundable) | 129.67 |
| TOTAL COSTS | $23,992.00 |
Tuition does not include licenser application to Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licensing (IBOL) for $15.00 for cosmetology instructor, nail technician instructor and esthetician instructor; $10.00 for cosmetology, nail technician and esthetician; $25.00 for barber, barber stylist, barber instructor and barber-stylist instructor.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE?
School Required Hours
Commitment to Complete Program: 1600 hours
WHEN CAN I GET STARTED?
Ready to get started? Here are our upcoming start dates for this program:
- January 13, 2025 - Cosmetology
- March 3, 2025 - Cosmetology
- March 5, 2025 - Barber
- June 16, 2025 - Cosmetology
- August 18, 2025 - Cosmetology
- October 6, 2025 - Cosmetology
- December 1, 2025 - Cosmetology
STUDENT EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS
- The Cutting System App
- The Color System App
- The Style and Texture System App
- The Barber and Short Hair System App
- The Skill Cards App
- The Makeup System App
- Plugged In App
- Connecting to My Future App
- Makeup Portfolio
- The Mini-Color Swatch Book
- CourseKey Skills Tracker
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS
- Pivot Point Cosmetology 2018; CB Set, SSG & LEP (soft); ISBN: 978-1-940593-59-3 and Qnity; $242.00
- Be Nice or Else Physical Book ISBN-13: 978-0-974-993-99-7; $10.00
Qnity is a digital curriculum piece that is a financial literacy program specifically designed for Students in the beauty industry.
Cosmetology / Makeup
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?
School Supplies, Kit, and Tuition Costs
| Tuition | $20,400.00 |
| Registration Fee | 100.00 |
| Technical Kit* | 3,461.95 |
| Textbooks (non-refundable) | 330.00 |
| Digital Kit (non-refundable) | 309.49 |
| Shipping & Handling (non-refundable) | 147.47 |
| Sales Tax (non-refundable) | 246.09 |
| TOTAL COSTS | $24,995.00 |
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HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE?
School Required Hours
Commitment to Complete Program: 1700 hours
WHEN CAN I GET STARTED?
Ready to get started? Here are our upcoming start dates for this program:
- January 13, 2025 - Cosmetology
- March 3, 2025 - Cosmetology
- March 5, 2025 - Barber
- June 16, 2025 - Cosmetology
- August 18, 2025 - Cosmetology
- October 6, 2025 - Cosmetology
- December 1, 2025 - Cosmetology
STUDENT EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS
- The Cutting System App
- The Color System App
- The Style and Texture System App
- The Barber and Short Hair System App
- The Skill Cards App
- The Makeup System App
- Plugged In App
- Connecting to My Future App
- Makeup Portfolio
- The Mini-Color Swatch Book
- CourseKey Skills Tracker
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS
Pivot Point Cosmetology 2018; CB Set, SSG & LEP (soft); ISBN: 978-1-940593-59-3; $330.00
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Launch CalculatorOur Program Levels
Level 1: Core
Level 2: Adaptive
Level 3: Creative
Phase Two
Level 1: Core
A foundation course focusing on the fundamentals of cutting, color, texture, styling, skin and nails, and an introduction to our Paul Mitchell Schools culture. Future Professionals learn the fundamentals in theory, then practice them hands-on in the safe environment of the classroom. You’ll work on mannequin heads and receive close, personal attention from a Learning Leader guiding you every step of the way.
Technical Areas Covered Include:
- Braiding, up-styling and finishing
- Perming and smoothing hair
- Hair coloring and lightening
- Precision haircutting skills
- Manicure, pedicure, makeup and facials
- And much more
Level 2: Adaptive
The learning continues in the classroom and on the clinic floor, where Future Professionals practice and perfect the fundamental skills learned in Core. Adaptive-level students work on live models in a salon-like environment with the oversight and support of their Learning Leaders. You will work with professional products and learn how to conduct client consultations and create extraordinary guest-service experiences.
Areas Covered Include:
- Practice on real people in a salon-like environment
- Perfect your skills with help from Learning Leaders
Level 3: Creative
The Creative phase is where Future Professionals begin to expand their skills and learn more advanced and creative techniques. At the Creative level, students prepare to become salon-ready by working more independently. The pace and conditions are similar to those in a salon. You will develop your speed, build a résumé and portfolio and prepare to pass the state board test.
Areas Covered Include:
- Work independently (under the supervision of a Learning Leader)
- Prepare a career portfolio
- Prepare to pass the State Board test
- Develop speed and prepare to start your career
Phase Two
An optional course of intensive study within the Cosmetology program for those Future Professionals who want to be challenged to their highest level of performance. Phase Two students get advanced training and work in conditions that mimic salon reality. By planning, managing and setting team goals, and going that extra mile, you’ll learn to create your own success.
The Phase Two program features:
- A progressive clinic floor classroom setting environment
- Accelerated guest booking and double-booking
- Team-based guest service systems
- Personal and team goal setting for services and Take Home
- Refinement of creative technical skills
- High level of independence in decision making
- Collaborative and consultative relationship with the Phase Two Leader
- Special Phase Two guest artists
- Guest management training
- Coaching on advanced Take Home and service skills
Student Kit
One of the most exciting days for our students is the day they get to unwrap their very own technical kit. It’s packed with all the essentials for the education journey—hot styling tools, mannequin heads, combs and brushes, scissors and clips, and much more—so you’re educationally prepared and ready to start your career journey.
Please note: The Technical kit and kit items pictured are not representative of the kit you will receive and is for sample purposes only. Please see the school catalog for a complete current item list. Purchasing the student kit directly from the school is optional.
Funding Your Education
There are a wide variety of financial aid options out there—and we’re here to help you find them. Get information about tuition, financial aid, scholarships, and more from our helpful Nampa Financial Aid Leader.
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Digital Support
When you have the latest technology and resources at your fingertips, you’ll be more successful in school and in your career. Future Professionals have on-the-go access to schoolwork, advice from industry leaders, Paul Mitchell cutting and coloring apps, our exclusive Business Fundamentals: Connecting to My Future curriculum and much more.
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
Learn more about our graduation, placement, and licensure rates, and much more.