Start Your Journey at Blown Away Salon Academy

Investment Breakdown

• Registration Fee: $100.00
• Tuition: $15,500.00
• Books & Kit: $3,600.00
• Program Length: 9 Months - Full Time

Payment Plan

• Down Payment: $3,600.00 (due 30 days before class starts)
• Monthly Installments: $1,722.22 due each month for 9 months (Full Time)

Program Schedule

• Full-Time (First 9 weeks): Monday–Friday, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

CS 101 Life Skills: Life skills provides instruction in healthy body and mind, ergonomics, communicating with confidence, human relations, and how to create resilience in cosmetology.

CS 102 Science: Science includes instruction in safety, sanitation, electricity, hair chemistry (including scalp and hair analysis), pH, shampooing and conditioning, microbiology, infection control, and anatomy. This includes the study of HIV, its transmission, and precautions in the workplace.

CS 103 Business: Business provides comprehensive instruction that includes goal setting, resumes, and professional relationships, along with shop ownership, operations, and retail sales requirements that give the cosmetology student tools to be successful.

CS 104 Client Centered Design: Client Centered Design provides instruction in the art of consultation, including identifying face shapes using art and design with cultural aspects, and the implementation of barber services.

CS 105 Sculpture (Women): Instruction in women’s and children’s hair cutting, sculpture forms, and the various implements and supplies used.

CS 106 Sculpture (Men): Instruction in men’s hair cutting, sculpture forms, and the various implements and supplies used.

CS 107 Styling: Styling includes instruction for both men’s and women’s hair wet styling, roller setting, molding, and shaping techniques.

CS 108 Long Hair Design: Styling includes instruction for women’s long hair design. This includes braiding, up-styling, and other useful techniques for long hair styling.

CS 109 Wigs & Hair Additions: An introduction to the proper use of wigs and hair extension techniques.

CS 110 Color: To achieve hair color through the use of semi-permanent, permanent, and lightening procedures.

CS 111 Perm & Relax: The use of professional chemicals and implements in waving and relaxing the hair to make it manageable and durable.

CS 112 Skin: The proper use of chemicals and treatments such as facial massage, creams, lotions, makeup, and other preparations to properly protect the skin. This includes methods and techniques of hair removal utilizing waxing, lash and brow tint, eyelash application, and manual extractions.

CS 113 Nails: Manicuring, pedicuring, nail extensions, professional manicuring implements, supplies, and procedures utilized in shaping and polishing nails, and the application of all aspects of nail enhancements.

CS 114 HIV Awareness Course: This course provides instruction on modes of transmission and use of barriers, which outlines the policies of the Academy and the laws of Florida required by the State of Florida prior to licensure.

CS 115 Virginia Cosmetology Law: This course provides instruction on the laws and rule requirements of the Department of Business & Professional Regulation. Virginia law changes, and students must be aware of these changes and requirements.

As a Redken Premier School, we provide:

• Redken 5th Avenue NYC education and professional products
• Classes with National Performing Artists
• Real-world salon experience
• Access to the International Summit Salon™ Community
• Summit Salon™ career path and business-building skills
• Job placement services and available scholarships

Upon completion of our cosmetology program, you will be ready to take the State Board Exam to obtain your cosmetology license.

Pursuing a future in the beauty industry should feel exciting, not overwhelming. At Blown Away Salon & Academy, we’re committed to making your education accessible by offering flexible payment options and guiding you through the financial process with care. Whether you are exploring enrollment or ready to begin, our team is here to support you every step of the way.

Flexible Ways to Pay

• Payment Plans Available: We offer flexible, interest-free payment plans designed to make tuition manageable for every student.
• Major Credit Cards Accepted: Tuition and fees can be conveniently paid using any major credit card.
• Student Loans Accepted: We proudly accept student loans and will help you understand the process as you prepare for your education.
• ✘ FAFSA & Military Funding (Not Yet Available): While we do not currently accept FAFSA or military education benefits, we are actively working toward offering these options in the future.

Grants & Scholarships

Often called “gift aid,” grants and scholarships are funds that do not require repayment. They may be awarded based on financial need, academic achievement, or personal circumstances. These opportunities may come from the state of Virginia, career schools, private organizations, or national beauty industry foundations like Beauty Changes Lives.

Subsidized & Unsubsidized Student Loans

While FAFSA-based federal loans are not currently accepted at our academy, students may still apply for private or alternative student loans to help manage tuition. Our team is happy to guide you through your options and provide clarity as you explore funding solutions.