Hairdressing & Cosmetology - Spanish is a Certificate program offered by Brittany Beauty Academy in Levittown, NY. The program takes 32 weeks to complete, with a total tuition of $17,000.
Program Overview
Brittany Beauty Academy lleva más de 50 años formando profesionales de la belleza. Nuestras clases de cosmetología en español están diseñadas para que el idioma nunca sea un obstáculo para tu carrera.
Nuestro programa de 1,000 horas cubre corte, coloración, estilismo, cuidado de la piel, uñas y más — impartido por instructores licenciados en NY con experiencia real en salón.
Brittany Beauty Academy is licensed by the State Education Department of New York to teach in English and Spanish.
Licensed, experienced instructors. Led by licensed New York State instructors, our program helps equip you with the skills needed to sit for the New York State Board Exam. You’ll develop not only your technical skills but your client relationship skills, too.
Occupational objectives. The objective of the Institution is to prepare each student to make the transition from school to a position in the Appearance Enhancement field. To train each student to be able to take and pass the State Board Exam; thereby enabling the student to obtain a Hairdressing & Cosmetology, Esthetics, Waxing, or Nail Specialty Operator License, and to obtain employment in the student’s desired area(s) of the beauty field.
What sets this Program apart
Proud to partner with industry leaders. At Brittany Beauty Academy, we partner with top brands like Matrix and Wella to empower stylists of all backgrounds.
Why choose Brittany Beauty Academy in Levittown?
- Experienced instructors with extensive industry knowledge
- Up-to-date curriculum so you learn the latest techniques and trends
- Top-tier products used in professional salons
- Welcome environment and inclusive learning community
- Convenient location for Nassau and Suffolk residents as well as parts of Queens
- Student-run salon where you gain real-world experience
Our Levittown campus is a friendly and welcoming environment with a 52-year history of shaping the future of beauty professionals. Our location, right on Hempstead Turnpike with free parking and easy access from the Long Island Rail Road, makes getting to class one less thing to stress about.
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.
Spanish students must take the SLE exam and pass with a minimum score of 15. Students must take the exam in the language of the program in which they are enrolling.
General Requirements
- 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…
- Foreign studentsForeign students submit their date and place of birth and intended start date with a non-refundable $500.00 (U.S.) deposit for the course, after which the school sends a Form I-20…
Application Process
- 1Contact our admissions teamCall the Levittown campus at 516-731-8300 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.
- 5Explore financial aidComplete the FAFSA using school code 009284 and meet with our financial aid team to review your options.
- 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
31.25 hours per week: approximately 32 weeks; 25 hours per week: approximately 40 weeks; 19 hours per week: approximately 53 weeks; 12 hours per week: approximately 84 weeks.
Session types. 31.25 hours per week (days, Monday–Friday); 25 hours per week (days, Monday–Friday); 19 hours per week (evenings & Saturday); 12 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 9:15 AM–10 PM; Wednesday and Friday 9:15 AM–4 PM; Saturday 9:15 AM–4:45 PM; closed Sunday.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Tuition and fees (Levittown). Registration Fee $100.00; Tuition for Complete Program $17,000; Student Kit & Textbooks $1,500 (plus applicable sales tax); Total Cost of Instruction $18,600. First payment in advance, balance payable on start: $1,400.
Other charges. Extra charge for make-up work $17 per hour; id card fee $10.00; locker maintenance fee $25.00.
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. Financial Assistance is available for those who are eligible and who qualify, including Pell Grants, SEOG Grants and Direct Loans, plus VA/GI Bill® benefits, ACCES-VR, Workforce ITAs, the AmeriCorps Education Award and the Education & Training Voucher Program. The ACE Grant gives two tuition reductions of $500 (after the first week and at the SAP checkpoint) for students who keep a minimum 90% attendance and 90% GPA. Complete the FAFSA using the school code for this campus: 009284.
Military benefits. We accept GI Bill® benefits, Veteran Readiness & Employment, and other VA educational benefits, and Tuition Assistance benefits from all branches, including National Guard and MyCAA.
Digital bookstore (retail cost). Milady Cosmetology 13th Edition – CIMA $500.00; Textbook $99.00; Milady Spanish Cosmetology 13th Edition – Bundle $500.00; Study Guide $99.00.
A Net Price Calculator is available at https://brittanyacademy.edu/net-price-calculator/.
Curriculum
All courses have been arranged in contained modules. Each is independent of itself, and there is no prerequisite of order. When you begin your training, you will receive theory, followed by classroom instruction, demonstrations, visual aids and then hands-on practice. The Hairdressing & Cosmetology curriculum totals 1,000 clock hours.
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Career Outcomes
Career options include: Hairdresser in a salon or spa, Cosmetologist, Color specialist, Hairstylist, Salon manager, Cosmetology educator, Entrepreneur.
NYSED Occupational Education Data Survey, July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (Levittown, Hairdressing & Cosmetology - Spanish). No students were enrolled in this program during the reporting period.
Accreditor outcomes. NACCAS combined statistics for the Levittown and Bronx locations, January 1 – December 31, 2023: 297 students scheduled to complete, 247 completed; completion rate 83.16%, placement rate 72.83%, licensure rate 100% (115 of 115 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.
The Hairdressing & Cosmetology program meets licensure requirements in New York.
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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 Levittown Campus (IPEDS, 2024).
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