Cosmetology Refresher is a Certificate program offered by Brittany Beauty Academy in Brooklyn, NY.
Program Overview
Brittany Beauty Academy’s Cosmetology Refresher Course is built exclusively for licensed professionals. Our certified instructors evaluate your existing skills and build a personalized training plan around exactly what you need — no wasted time, no one-size-fits-all curriculum.
This course is designed for previously licensed cosmetologists or professionals who have already completed the 1000-hour New York State Requirement and need to refresh their skills. Our certified instructors will evaluate your skills to determine the exact cosmetology course details required to prepare you to re-enter the field of cosmetology.
Maybe you went to beauty school years ago but never launched a career in the beauty industry. Or maybe you completed your education but decided not to sit for the State Board Exam. Wherever life took you, Brittany Beauty Academy’s Cosmetology Refresher program is designed to help reignite your love for the beauty industry.
Who is this program for? This program is ideal for licensed cosmetologists who:
- Want to re-enter the beauty industry after a career break
- Want to update their skills with the latest trends in hairdressing and cosmetology
- Need to fulfill continuing education requirements for a license renewal
What sets this Program apart
Why choose Brittany Beauty Academy in Brooklyn?
- Convenient location in the Bay Ridge section of Brooklyn
- Easily accessible by public transportation
- Diverse student body
- Flexible learning options
- Full-service student-run salon and spa
- Experienced instructors
Brittany Beauty Academy’s Brooklyn campus has been voted Best Trade School in Brooklyn two years running — 2025 and 2026.
Ongoing support beyond graduation. Our beauty school fully prepares you for the New York State licensing exam and connects you with career placement support to help you land your first job with confidence. Every student is trained in our student-run salon on real clients alongside licensed instructors with true salon backgrounds – backed by industry partnerships with brands like Matrix, Wella and Dermalogica.
Admission Requirements and Process
Brittany Beauty Academy helps people like you pursue your dreams in the beauty and wellness industry. Students must be at least 16-1/2 years of age, hold a high school diploma or an accepted equivalent (or pass a written entrance examination), and pass a personal interview with a licensed agent or school director prior to admission.
Prospective students are welcome to visit the institution to discuss educational and career plans. The admissions staff is available for guidance and advisement Monday through Friday 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., and in the evenings when the school is open, 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and on Saturdays from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. All are encouraged to call for an appointment.
Additional requirements for the Cosmetology Refresher Course. Proof of current New York State Hairdressing & Cosmetology license or license from a state with reciprocity with New York State; or proof of successful completion of a 1,000-hour Hairdressing & Cosmetology curriculum in New York State.
General Requirements
- Cosmetology license or 1,000 hoursShow proof of a current New York State Hairdressing & Cosmetology license (or one from a reciprocity state), or proof of completing a 1,000-hour Hairdressing & Cosmetology…
- Minimum ageStudents must be at least 16-1/2 years of age.
- High school diploma or equivalentProvide a High School Diploma, official high school transcript, official notification verifying graduation, General Equivalency Diploma, Associates or Bachelor’s Degree, or a…
- Ability-to-Benefit examStudents without a High School Diploma or equivalent must pass the Accuplacer Exam (233 Reading, 235 Writing, 230 Arithmetic) or the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test (200 verbal, 210…
- Personal interviewStudents must pass a personal interview with a licensed agent or school director prior to admission.
- Transfer studentsStudents applying for transfer of credit must meet the admission requirements and submit proof of hours completed at another institution and the subjects taken for evaluation; an…
Application Process
- 1Contact our admissions teamCall the Brooklyn campus at 718-745-1000 or reach out online; we’ll answer your questions and guide you through the application process.
- 2Schedule a tourSee our facilities firsthand, meet some instructors and see the student-run salon during a campus tour with an admissions representative.
- 3Personal interview and eligibility reviewPass a personal interview with a member of our admissions team, who will make sure you meet all the admissions requirements.
- 4Submit your applicationOur team will assist you with completing the application form and gathering your documents.
- 5Discuss payment optionsTalk to our financial aid team about flexible cash payment options and monthly payment plans for this program.
- 6Enroll and prepare for day oneOnce you are accepted, our advisors will guide you through the enrollment process and help prepare you for your first day.
Program Schedule
Minimum 31.25 hours. Length to be determined by the individual student’s need, not to exceed 93.75 hours.
Session types. 31.25, 25 or 22.50 hours per week (days, Monday–Friday); 19 or 15 hours per week (evenings & Saturday); 12 or 16 hours per week (evenings).
Start dates. No start dates are published; actual starting dates may be obtained at the location you wish to attend.
Campus hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9 AM–10 PM; Wednesday and Friday 9 AM–4 PM; Saturday 9 AM–4:45 PM; closed Sunday.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Cost. The cost of the program varies based on how many hours you need. Registration starts at $100, and then expect an hourly rate of $25.
Payment. Acceptable methods of payment for all tuition and related fees are cash, check, money order, credit card (convenience fee applied), electronic bank transfer, wire transfer, Title IV Federal Aid (for qualified students). Monthly payment plans (course is paid prior to completion) and extended payment options beyond graduation through TFC Credit Corporation are available.
Financial aid. Federal financial aid is not listed for the Refresher Course; talk to our financial aid department about our flexible cash payment options.
A Net Price Calculator is available at https://brittanyacademy.edu/net-price-calculator/.
Curriculum
Topics covered:
- Professional Requirements
- Hair Cutting & Shaping
- Safety & Health
- Hair Styling
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Chemical Restructuring
- Hair Analysis
- Hair Coloring & Lightening
- Hair & Scalp Disorders and Diseases
- Nail Care & Procedures
- Chemistry as Applied to Cosmetology
- Skin Care & Procedures
- Shampoos, Rinses, Conditioners & Treatments
Our certified instructors will evaluate your skills to determine the exact cosmetology course details required to prepare you to re-enter the field of cosmetology.
Career Outcomes
Career options include: Cosmetologist, Hair Stylist/Colorist, Salon/Spa Owner, Precision Haircutter.
Accreditor outcomes. NACCAS statistics printed in the Brooklyn catalog (reporting period January 1 – December 31, 2023): 130 students scheduled to complete, 104 completed; completion rate 80.00%, placement rate 72.00%, licensure rate 100% (53 of 53 who took all portions of the licensing exam passed).
Placement assistance is provided to graduates. This service is available throughout the graduate’s lifetime. However, while placement service may be provided, the school cannot guarantee or promise employment to any student or graduate.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
Brittany Beauty Academy is nationally accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS) and licensed by the New York State Education Department’s Bureau of Proprietary School Supervision (BPSS). Approved for the training of veterans by the N.Y.S. Education Dept.
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
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Student Demographics
These are demographics for all students at the Brooklyn Campus (IPEDS, 2024).
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