Cosmetology

Trade School Learning with the College Experience

Our program provides students with an opportunity to apply cosmetology practices and principles in a simulated salon environment. Each cohort is taught in a state-of-the-art simulated salon and trained by attentive instructors who posses years of real-world experience.

Additionally, the program is located at EA’s Thatcher Campus and provides direct access to delicious on-campus dining options and engaging student life activities. Providing top notch trade school training with a vibrant college life.

Visit campus to learn more about EA’s programs and find the right one to achieve your goals.

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Cosmetology Board and State Licensing Preparation

You can earn an Associate of Applied Science or a certificate — both include the 1,500 hours of training necessary to take the Arizona Barbering & Cosmetology Board examination. Classes meet approximately eight hours a day, five days a week, with required Saturdays each month. It takes only 15 general education credits to complete the AAS degree.

• Classes for the Cosmetology Instructor Certificate satisfy the 350 hours of training necessary to qualify for the state licensing exam.
• The Nail Technician Certificate Program emphasizes basic nail care, manicuring, and hand and arm massage. It satisfies the 600 hours of training necessary to qualify for the state licensing exam.

Start Your Cosmetology Journey

To start your cosmetology journey at Eastern Arizona College, you must apply in the following order:

1. Apply to Eastern Arizona College.
   Please note, this application is seperate from the Cosmetology program enrollment application.
   Apply to Eastern Arizona College
2. Apply to the EA Cosmetology Program
   Once accepted to the College, contact the EA Cosmetology Coordinator to receive and fill out the Cosmetology Program Enrollment Packet.
   E-mail the Cosmetology Coordinator Call the Cosmetology Coordinator