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Discover your passion in beauty and/or barbering at Paul Mitchell The School Salt Lake City. Our comprehensive programs, experienced instructors, and vibrant community are here to support your dreams.
EXPLORE CAREER PATHSPaul Mitchell The School Salt Lake City proudly provides cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, and teacher training programs at our cosmetology school in Salt Lake City, Utah. Located at the base of the majestic Wasatch Mountains, our campus is just minutes away from some of the world's most famous alpine ski resorts, hiking trails, and a variety of places to shop and dine. Our convenient location brings together students from across the Salt Lake Valley, offering easy access from Draper, South Jordan, Herriman, Sandy, Cottonwood Heights, West Jordan, Midvale, South Salt Lake, and many other nearby communities. Explore all that Paul Mitchell The School Salt Lake City has to offer while you start your education journey!
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You can choose to study cosmetology for a broad foundation or select a more specialized program such as barbering, esthetics, nails, makeup, or eyelashes and eyebrows. Learn more about each of our programs below.
Start your cosmetology education and learn real-world haircutting, coloring, styling, makeup, skin care, and nails. You'll explore the fundamentals and theory in the classroom, then practice skills like braiding, extensions, and other popular techniques in a salon environment, using professional products, tools, and skills.
Cosmetologist (1250 hrs), Cosmetologist (1350 hrs)
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Students in our barbering programs learn classic short haircuts as well as scissor and clipper-over-comb techniques, fades, tapers, and precision haircutting. They also learn short-hair color placements, short-hair styling techniques, customized beard grooming, and shaves.
Master Barber/Master Hair Design (1000 hrs)
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Learn hands-on skincare techniques and theory in hair removal, waxing, brow design, makeup, facials, facial massage, use of facial machines, and skin therapy.
Master Esthetics (1300 hrs), Master Esthetics (1200 hrs)
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Go beyond the makeup basics taught in most cosmetology programs and learn about the advanced techniques required for bridal, editorial, and glamour makeup.
Makeup Artist (100 hrs)
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Students in our nails program learn about manicures, pedicures, nail enhancements, fills, gels, tips, and creative designs, as well as the business skills needed in the nail industry.
Nail Technician (300 hrs)
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Get introduced to the essentials of lash and brow artistry through hands-on instruction in tinting, lamination, and more, while building a well-rounded understanding of salon hygiene, anatomy, and client care best practices.
Eyelash and Eyebrow Technician (270 hrs)
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We love supporting the dreams of our Future Professionals. That's why our Financial Aid Office at our Salt Lake City campus is here to help educate you on the types of financial aid. Several financial aid, alternative funding, and scholarship options are available to those who qualify.
Explore Your Financial OptionsOur students (we call them Future Professionals) donate their time, talent and energy to various charities through cut-a-thons, fashion shows and countless other fundraising events and philanthropic activities. We make a difference—and have fun doing it!
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A Master Esthetician license opens doors to advanced skin care services, medical spas, and more. Find out what your license can unlock in Utah.
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Choosing between basic and master esthetics? We compare the two programs so you can decide which path is right for your beauty career goals.
Read MoreOur exclusive apps and the Plugged In online student portal let you bring additional learning tools to your smartphone, tablet, or computer. You'll have instant access to Honors and Dean's List criteria, hundreds of video tutorials, national contest details, and professional development advice from the leading minds of the beauty industry.
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Student clubs bring our campus to life! Joining a club (totally optional, by the way) is a great way to meet new friends, get involved, and make your mark on the school and local community. You'll grow your leadership and teamwork skills—all while having fun doing what you love. Clubs are just one of the things that make our school experience so special!
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