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TPCA PROGRAMS

TPCA BENCHMARKS EACH COURSES' CONTENT WITH THE NEEDS AND DEMANDS OF THE BUSINESS AND BEAUTY & GROOMING INDUSTRY BY MONITORING UPCOMING TRENDS AND FEEDBACK FROM REGULATORY AGENCIES.

TPCA’s curriculum facilitates students to learn the necessary materials and skill sets, respective to their chosen discipline, required to pass the state board examination; likewise presents them with the similar challenges professionals face in a salon, spa, and barbershop setting, teaching them how to approach these challenges scientifically to solidify a comprehensive program.

Student Disclosures & Important Links

 Cosmetology Operator 

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A few possible job options with a Cosmetology license: Hairstylist, Manicurist, Salon Owner, Salon Manager, Sales Consultant, Director of Education, Fashion Show Stylist, Photo/Movie Stylist, Platform Artist/Educator, Beauty Magazine Writer and many more!

Cosmetology Operator

Cosmetology Operator is a 1000-hour program that typically takes 9 months to complete full-time, while part-time usually takes 12 months to complete.

 Class A Barber 

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A few possible job options with a Barber license: Barber, Barbershop Owner, Salon Owner, Barbershop Manager, Sales Consultant, Director of Education, Photo/Movie Stylist, Platform Artist/Educator, Vlogger and many more!

Class A Barber

Class A Barber is a 1000-hour program that typically takes 9 months to complete full-time, while part-time usually takes 12 months to complete.

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 Esthetician 

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A few possible job options with a Esthetics license: Makeup Artist, Salon/Spa Manager, Skin Care Specialist, Medical/Clinical Esthetician, Wax/Hair Removal Specialist, Beauty Magazine Writer, Brand Trainer, Beauty Educator and many more!

Esthetician

Esthetics is a 750-hour program that typically takes 7 months to complete full-time, while part-time usually takes 9 to 13 months to complete.

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 Nail Technician 

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A few possible job options with a Nail Technician license: Manicurist, Nail Artist, Salon/Spa Manager, Beauty Magazine Writer, Brand Trainer, Vlogger and many more!

Nail Technician

Nail Technician is a 600-hour program that typically takes 5 months to complete full-time, while part-time usually takes 7 to 10 months to complete.

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Interested in Dual Credit?

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Already completed a Class A Barber or Cosmetology Operator program and want to earn the other?

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Double Your Potential

You can now receive dual credit for 700 core hours and just add 300 specialty hours for each field to secure your second license.  Once you finish 1,000 hours per program and meet TDLR requirements, passing the state board exams is the only step left. Enroll now and shape your future in both barbering and cosmetology!

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