Career Training Solutions understands that advancements in education and training are made each day. It is our goal to prepare our students for the changes in industry by providing quality education and training that is focused on hands-on experiences using the most current technology available.

History

Career Training Solutions (CTS) was established on April 27, 1998, as the Health and Beauty Academy, Inc., in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Health and Beauty Academy offered programs in European Skin Care, Body Spa and Wellness, Esthetics, Electrolysis, and Professional Massage Therapy. In October of 2000, ownership of the Health and Beauty Academy changed, and the school was renamed Career Training Solutions (CTS).

The new management of Career Training Solutions implemented stronger curricula to the programs already offered. In addition, Medical Assistant, Medical Insurance Specialist, Phlebotomy, and Practical Nurse programs were implemented. CTS attained national accreditation with the Commission of the Council of Occupational Education (COE) in February 2002. In 2008 CTS offered its first degree granting program, the Registered Nurse program, and will continue to look for new education alternatives to better serve the community.

Today Career Training Solutions remains committed to providing quality education to its students and to enhancing the prosperity of the communities we serve.

Headquartered at Montclair, New Jersey, Montclair State University is a public research university which is classified as a Doctoral University – High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The university, established in 1908, has 11 colleges and schools offering 300 majors, minors, concentrations and certificate programs.

The Makeup Artistry Certificate program at Montclair States encompasses aesthetic principles and practical skills through coursework and practical application as well as the  personal, social, cultural and ethical contexts of beauty and fashion. It prepares the students for careers in the field of makeup artistry with an in-depth understanding of the uses of makeup and cosmetics in today’s society. The program meets the rigorous standards of the National Association of Schools of Art & Design (NASAD). Read more information at montclair.edu.

The Fila Academy focuses on beauty & cosmetology training for students located in High Point and surrounding areas. The cosmetology courses that are offered at this location are:

• Cosmetology
• Esthetician

In one of the ways The Fila Academy may support its students is by offering students with help in finding employment.

The last reported accreditation for The Fila Academy was done by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Get more information by visiting the school's official website, where you can see programs available, tuition, and disclosures.

Located in Onalaska, Wisconsin, The Salon Professional Academy is an accredited beauty academy by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges offering associate, baccalaureate and master’s degree programs made to prepare students for occupational, trade, and technical careers. Students in the academy are able to apply their acquired technical skills to real customers and receive one-on-one coaching with highly-qualified professionals.

The sixty week Cosmetology and Advanced Makeup course at The Salon Professional Academy is a program that prepares students for rewarding long-term careers in the beauty industry. Students learn the fundamental knowledge and technical skills such as the basics of business planning and importance of exceptional communication skills which are essential tools in starting a career in the industry. The program also covers additional training on MUD make-up, airbrush applications, Sugarlash eyelash extensions, and lash lifts. To get started with the program, visit salonproacademy.com.

Bellus Academy is one of the most awarded beauty and wellness institutions in the country. The campus located in Chula Vista, Kansas was completely renovated in 2006 and the programs offered in the original campus in National City were transferred to the current location. The academy offers combined courses allowing students to enroll in one program and graduate with multiple credentials which will enhance resume and career opportunities.

Having partnership with the internationally acclaimed brand Make-up Designory (MUD), the Make-up Artistry course Bellus Academy Chula Vista prepares students by providing high-quality tools and advanced technical training in various industries such as fashion,, TV, film, bridal, and commercial. Students are given the M.U.D. Professional Kit which has different professional brushes and tools in order to help them master make-up techniques like facial contouring, correction, and concealing. At the end of the program, students become knowledgeable in different styles such as corrective make-up, bridal, glamour, professional, photography, runway, air-brush, and camouflage. To know more about the program, go to bellusacademy.edu.

Douglas Education Center (DEC) is a private higher education career school located in Monessen, Pennsylvania. The school equips students with the tools to be successful in cosmetology, film-making, special effects and other fields.  The Esthetics and Makeup Artist diploma at The Cosmetology Academy at DEC offers specialization in the study of skin care. Students under the program learn about a variety of services including facials, skin analysis, makeup artistry, and many more. After the program, graduates are eligible for certification in microdermabrasion, chemical peels, ear candling, spray tanning, and waxing. Get more information at dec.edu.

Clary Sage College operates as a two year private career school dedicated to providing a practical education for students located in and around Tulsa. Over 640 students have completed their training in the last few years based on published information with more than 83% of those who start the program complete it. Clary Sage College offers several great programs to select from. Here are the programs with more popularity among students:

• Cosmetology
• Facial Treatment Specialist
• Nail Technician
• Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor
• Fashion Design
• Interior Design

To help students and alumni succeed, Clary Sage College may provide some services to students like:

• Distance learning
• Night and weekend classes available
• Career path counseling
• Student employment
• Assisting students to find work

To learn more and get consumer disclosures, you can visit clarysagecollege.com.

Located in Burbank, CA, Make - up Designory is a private beauty school that specializes in career education for individuals interested in cosmetology. This school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and has done so for the last ten straight years. The school offers an in-depth cosmetology program that provides the skills and education needed to get licensure and employment upon graduation.

About two thousand students graduated from Make - up Designory over the last few years, with about 91% of those who start the program continue on to complete it. In 2009 the reported default rate of individuals taking loans to pay for this school was around 3.2%.

Make - up Designory offers services for students such as flexible scheduling for working or busy students, career assistance for students beginning a career in cosmetology, and help with finding job opportunities for students. Students should look up state and county licensing requirements to make sure programs meet current standards. Students can learn more about Make - up Designory, including licensing and consumer disclosures, by visiting mud.edu.

Phillips Community College, a member of the University of Arkansas System, is a public community college in Helena-West Helena, Arkansas founded in 1965. The college offers 14 academic, occupational/technical, and continuing education programs to almost 2,000 students in its three campuses in DeWitt, Helena-West Helena, and Stuttgart.

The makeup courses at Phillips offers a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on training to prepare students for the state licensing examination. The program covers hygiene and sanitation, hairstyling, cosmetology science, manicuring, aesthetics, salon industry, and clinical experience. Visit pccua.edu to get more details on the program.

Located in Ventura, California, Lu Ross Academy is a private institution that provides career education for potential students interested in cosmetology. This school has been accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences since 2008. This school offers an in-depth cosmetology program that readies students for entry into the beauty industry as licensed and qualified professionals. The cosmetology training courses that are taught at this location are:

• Cosmetology
• Esthetician

This school graduates about 120 students per year.

Lu Ross Academy provides job placement options for graduating students in need of employment. State licensing procedures may vary, and as such it is suggested students research getting a license in cosmetology. For additional information regarding licensure preparation, interested individuals may visit the school's website.

Chartered in 1969, Blue Ridge Community College is a two-year, comprehensive post-secondary institution located in Flat Rock, North Carolina. The college, operating under the North Carolina Community College System, provides one of the largest continuing education programs in the state with over 100 degrees, diplomas, and certificates in 30 areas of study.

The Blue Ridge’s Makeup major, featuring the Matrix CRAFT Methodology, offers smaller class sizes allowing for one-on-one instruction combined with real-life experiences. The curriculum involves coursework in all phases of professional imaging, current trends and techniques in hair design as well as professional skincare, hair removal, makeup, and body treatments. More details can be seen at blueridge.edu.

Located in Hollywood, California, Elegance International is a private school that specializes in career education for individuals interested in cosmetology. This school has been accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges since 1978. This school provides a comprehensive cosmetology program that readies individuals get started in the beauty industry as qualified and licensed professionals. Over 400 students have enrolled at Elegance International over the past couple years, with students having a graduation rate of around 84%.  Between the years of 2007-2009 the average estimated default rate for students taking loans to help pay the tuition for this school was around 22%. Elegance International provides student services in the form of help with finding job opportunities for students and career counseling for students entering a career in cosmetology. Students are asked to look up state and county licensing requirements to make sure programs meet current standards. For information and consumer disclosures, please check out school's website.

Based in Farmington, New Mexico, San Juan College is a public two-year community college founded as a branch of the New Mexico College of Agriculture and Mechanical Arts in 1956. The college, with over 10,000 annual students, offers more than 130 degree and certificate programs as well as workforce training and non-credit community learning classes.

San Juan College’s Cosmetology program offers technical education and hands-on career training in the fields of cosmetology, nail technology, barbering, and esthetics. The AAS Makeup degree is a selective program offered during the fall, spring, and summer. Individuals interested in the program go through the application process which requires a resume, cover letter, transcript, and a letter of recommendation. Students in the program use the latest professional products in a fully-functioning salon environment to mimic the actual workplace. Upon completion, graduates are eligible to obtain a licensure within the state. Read more about the admission requirements at sanjuancollege.edu.

Interested individuals in and around Santa Ana may pursue a cosmetology education by attending Colleen O'Haras Beauty Academy. The National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences has accredited the instruction & training provided by Colleen O'Haras Beauty Academy for over twenty-three straight years. Colleen O'Haras Beauty Academy primarily offers education and training in the area of cosmetology by experienced teaching professionals, ensuring that students who complete the program have the skills and abilities needed to pursue licensure and gainful employment. In addition, Colleen O'Haras Beauty Academy also has a cosmetology instructor training program for students who want to become educators and an esthetics program, for individuals who want to focus on skin treatments and care.

Over the past few years close to around 800 students have attended Colleen O'Haras Beauty Academy, with about 50% of students who start the program continue on to complete it. The federal loan default rate last reported, which covers years 2007-2009, averaged around 15% for students taking loans to pay for this school.

Colleen O'Haras Beauty Academy provides job placement options for students looking for work. State and county licensing procedures may differ, and as such it is recommended students lookup obtaining a license in cosmetology. Get all the information by visiting the school's official website, where you can learn about program details, financial aid & tuition, and disclosures.

Students interested in a career in cosmetology and beauty may pursue an education through International Academy, which is located in a residential area of South Daytona, FL. This school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, having held that accreditation for the last two consecutive years. This school primarily offers education in the area of cosmetology, ensuring that students who complete the program are equipped with the skills and education necessary to pursue licensure and gainful employment. In addition, this school also provides an esthetics program, which offers an excellent education in the area of skin care and treatment, a massage therapy program, which trains students in skills useful in spa settings, and a nail technology program for students who would like to pursue nail care. In 2010-2011 about 130 students graduated from International Academy, with about 64% of students who start the program continue on to graduate. The federal loan default rate last reported, which covers years 2007-2009, averaged around 19% for individuals taking loans to pay the tuition and fees for this school. International Academy provides student services such as career assistance for students beginning a career in cosmetology, help with finding job opportunities for students, and remedial education courses for licensure preparation or admissions requirements. City and state licensing procedures may vary, and as such it is recommended students research getting a license in cosmetology. For additional information regarding licensure preparation, interested students may visit the school's website.

La Belle Beauty School is a school that offers training in the cosmetology industry for residents of Hialeah, FL. La Belle Beauty School is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, having held that accreditation for the last 34 consecutive years. The school offers an in-depth cosmetology program that provides the skills necessary to pursue licensure and employment upon graduation. In addition to cosmetology, this school also offers a nail technology program for individuals who wish to pursue nail artistry and a cosmetology instructor training program for professionals who wish to become a cosmetology instructor.

This school had an enrollment of about 420 students last year, with about 64% of students who start the program continue on to graduate. Between the years of 2007-2009 the estimated average default rate for students taking loans to help pay the tuition for this school was around 5.35%.

La Belle Beauty School offers student services including help with finding job opportunities for students, remedial education courses for licensure preparation or admissions requirements, and career counseling for students entering a career in cosmetology. Students are asked to look up local and state licensing regulations to determine whether programs meet established standards. Students can learn more about La Belle Beauty School, including licensure preparation, by visiting labellebeauty.net.

ASM Beauty World Academy offers a career oriented education in the cosmetology industry. The school is located in Davie, FL, which is in a predominantly residential area. For the last twenty-three consecutive years ASM Beauty World Academy has received its accreditation from the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. This school primarily provides education and training in the area of cosmetology by experienced teaching professionals, ensuring that students who complete the program will have the skills necessary to pursue licensure and gainful employment. In addition, this school also offers a nail technology program for students who wish to pursue nail care, an esthetics program, which offers a comprehensive education in the area of skin care and treatment, and a cosmetology instructor training program for students that wish to become a cosmetology instructor.

Approximately 520 students completed their training at this school over the past several years. ASM Beauty World Academy reported students had a federal loan default rate of approximately 5.7% in 2009.

ASM Beauty World Academy offers services for students such as program or licensure preparation in the form of remedial education courses, daycare services for young children, and cosmetology career counseling for current and graduated students. Students must look up state licensing regulations to make sure programs meet established standards. Get even more information by visiting the school's official website, where you can learn about program details, tuition, and disclosures.

Tint School of Makeup and Cosmetology - Irving is located in Irving, Texas, and is a beauty school that specializes in cosmetology education and training. The National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences has accredited the cosmetology education provided by Tint School of Makeup and Cosmetology - Irving for over 37 straight years. Tint School of Makeup and Cosmetology - Irving primarily offers classes in the area of cosmetology, increasing the chances that students who complete the program get the skills necessary to pursue licensure and gainful employment. The cosmetology programs that are offered at this location are:

• Cosmetology
• Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor

Close to 250 students completed their training at this school over the past couple years, with students graduating with a rate of around 77%.

Tint School of Makeup and Cosmetology - Irving provides job placement opportunities for graduates looking for work. Students are advised to look up local and state licensing requirements to determine whether programs meet established standards. Students can learn more about Tint School of Makeup and Cosmetology - Irving, including consumer disclosures, by visiting tintschoolofmakeupandcosmetology.com.

Brittany Beauty School offers a career oriented education in the beauty industry. The school is located in Levittown, New York, which is in a predominantly residential area. For the last forty years Brittany Beauty School has received its accreditation from the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. This school's cosmetology program is constructed to prepare students for gainful employment upon completion, having provided all the skills needed to prepare students for licensure and employment in the beauty industry. Enrollment at Brittany Beauty School is nearly 190 students annually, with about 71% of those who start the program continue on to graduate. The student loan default rate last reported averaged around 19% for individuals taking loans to pay the tuition and fees for this school. Brittany Beauty School provides help with finding job opportunities for students. State and county licensing procedures may vary, and as such it is suggested students look into getting a license in cosmetology. Students can learn more about Brittany Beauty School, including licensure preparation, by visiting brittanybeautyschool.com.

Celebrity School of Beauty is a school that specializes in education and training in the cosmetology industry for residents of Miami, Florida. The National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences has accredited the cosmetology education provided by Celebrity School of Beauty for over five straight years. This school's cosmetology program is constructed to prepare students for long term employment upon completion, having provided all the skills required to prepare students for licensure and employment in the beauty industry. In addition to cosmetology, this school also has a nail technology program, which provides training in nail artistry and care and an esthetics program, for individuals who wish to focus on skin care. In the most recently reported school year, close to 240 students graduated from this school, with a graduation rate of around 90%. Celebrity School of Beauty provides services for students including flexible scheduling for working or busy students, career counseling for students starting their a career in cosmetology, and help with finding job options for students. Students must look up state licensing requirements to ensure programs meet current standards. Students can learn more about Celebrity School of Beauty, including licensure preparation, by visiting celebrity.edu.

Students interested in a career in cosmetology may get an education through Hair Design Institute at Fifth Avenue - Brooklyn, which is located in a metropolitan area of Brooklyn, New York. Hair Design Institute at Fifth Avenue - Brooklyn has been accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences since 2011. The school offers an in-depth cosmetology program that provides the skills and abilities necessary to pursue licensure and long term employment upon completion. In 2010-2011 about ninety-nine students graduated from this school, with a graduation rate of around 73%. Between the years of 2007-2009 the average estimated default rate for students taking loans to pay for this school was around 11%. Hair Design Institute at Fifth Avenue - Brooklyn provides job placement options for students looking for work. Students should look up state and county licensing requirements to determine whether programs meet established standards. To see more and get consumer disclosures, you can visit hairdesigninstitute.com.

Beauty Academy of South Florida offers a career oriented education in the beauty industry. The school is located in Hialeah, Florida, which is in a predominantly residential area. This school has been accredited by the Council on Occupational Education since 2008. This school's cosmetology program is designed to train students for long term employment upon completion, having provided all the skills necessary to prepare students for licensure and entry into the beauty industry. The cosmetology training courses being offered at this location are:

• Barber
• Cosmetology
• Esthetician
• Personal Grooming Arts
• Facial Treatment Specialist
• Nail Technician

Florida Academy, located in Fort Myers, offers massage therapy training and education for interested students. Several different programs are available at Florida Academy. Massage therapy training is one of the primary programs offered, along with:

• Esthetician
• Master Esthetician
• Massage Therapy

Florida Academy provides services for students such as help with finding job opportunities for students, flexible scheduling for working or busy students, and career assistance for students entering a career in massage therapy.

State and county licensing procedures may differ, and as such it is suggested students research how to get licensure. Florida Academy is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, having held that accreditation for the last a year. To read more and get consumer disclosures, you can visit florida-academy.edu.