Beyond BeautyAcademy

Programs

Career programs designed for the beauty industry.

Focused, hands on programs built around technical skill, client care, and state licensing preparation.

How Enrollment Works

Pricing is discussed during your consultation so we can match you to the right program and payment plan. Apply first and we will confirm you are a good fit for the program, then walk you through tuition and payment options together.

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Cosmetology students training at Beyond Beauty Academy in Hampton, Virginia

Cosmetology

COS100 · 1,500 clock hours

This program trains students to cut, style, color, and chemically treat hair while also covering foundational skin and nail services, sanitation, and professional client care. The 1,500 clock hour curriculum satisfies the certification requirements of the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) for cosmetology state licensure exam eligibility. All instruction is delivered in person at our Hampton campus; Beyond Beauty Academy does not offer remote or telecommunications instruction.

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Barbering students training at Beyond Beauty Academy in Hampton, Virginia

Barbering

BAR100 · 1,100 clock hours

Students learn clipper work, fades and tapers, shears technique, straight razor shaving, and beard design alongside shop sanitation and client communication. The 1,100 clock hour curriculum satisfies DPOR certification requirements for barber state licensure exam eligibility in Virginia. Instruction takes place entirely at our main Hampton campus, with no remote or telecommunications delivery.

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Esthetics students training at Beyond Beauty Academy in Hampton, Virginia

Esthetics

EST100 · 600 clock hours

This program prepares students to analyze skin, perform facials and treatment protocols, provide hair removal services, and advise clients on professional skin care. The 600 clock hour curriculum satisfies DPOR certification requirements for esthetician state licensure exam eligibility in Virginia. All coursework and clinical practice happen on site at our Hampton campus; no remote or telecommunications instruction is offered.

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Nail Technology students training at Beyond Beauty Academy in Hampton, Virginia

Nail Technology

NT100 · 150 clock hours

Students are trained to perform manicures, pedicures, nail enhancements, and nail art while practicing infection control and nail health assessment. The 150 clock hour curriculum satisfies DPOR certification requirements for nail technician state licensure exam eligibility in Virginia. Training is hands on at our Hampton campus only, with no remote or telecommunications instruction.

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Wax Technology students training at Beyond Beauty Academy in Hampton, Virginia

Wax Technology

WTI100 · 115 clock hours

This focused program trains students in professional hair removal, including facial and body waxing, brow shaping, skin preparation, and client comfort and aftercare. The 115 clock hour curriculum satisfies DPOR certification requirements for wax technician state licensure exam eligibility in Virginia. Instruction is offered at the main Hampton campus only, never remotely or by telecommunications.

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Makeup Artistry students training at Beyond Beauty Academy in Hampton, Virginia

Makeup Artistry

75 clock hours

Students learn everyday, bridal, and editorial makeup application with an emphasis on color theory, skin preparation, sanitation, and consultation. This 75 clock hour course builds specialty skill that complements a cosmetology or esthetics credential and supports work in bridal, event, and counter settings. Licensure requirements for makeup related services in Virginia are determined by DPOR and should be confirmed with the academy. All instruction is delivered in person at our Hampton campus.

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Instructor Training students training at Beyond Beauty Academy in Hampton, Virginia

Instructor Training

750 clock hours

This program prepares currently licensed professionals to teach, covering lesson planning, classroom and clinic management, adult learning, and student assessment. It supports the cosmetology, barber, nail, and wax instructor tracks, and the 750 clock hour curriculum satisfies DPOR certification requirements for instructor state licensure exam eligibility in Virginia. Instructor training is conducted at the main Hampton campus only, with no remote or telecommunications instruction.

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State Board Prep students training at Beyond Beauty Academy in Hampton, Virginia

State Board Prep

4 clock hours

This short course walks candidates through the practical and written state board exam format, timing, kit setup, and sanitation expectations so they walk into testing day prepared. It is a 4 clock hour refresher built for students nearing completion and for licensees returning to testing. The course supports DPOR licensure exam readiness; the exam itself is administered by the state. Held in person at the Hampton campus only.

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Master Barber students training at Beyond Beauty Academy in Hampton, Virginia

Master Barber

400 clock hours

Advanced study for licensed barbers who want to expand into chemical services, advanced design, and shop leadership. The 400 clock hour curriculum supports DPOR master barber certification requirements for state licensure exam eligibility in Virginia. Training is delivered in person at the main Hampton campus only, with no remote or telecommunications instruction.

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Compare Programs

Choose up to four programs to compare.

Compare primary skill area, work environment, client services, and career interests. When you are ready, apply and we will walk you through next steps, tuition, and payment options.

CompareCosmetologyBarberingEsthetics
Primary skill areaHaircutting, Styling, Chemical servicesClipper work, Fades, TapersSkin analysis, Facials, Hair removal
Typical work environmentSalons, styling studios, and beauty specialty settings.Traditional barber shops, modern grooming studios, and hybrid salons.Day spas, medi-spa support settings, and dermatology support offices.
Client servicesSupervised client services on the student salon floor.Supervised barbering services in the student salon.Supervised esthetic services in the student salon.
Career interestsHair stylist, Color specialist, Salon professional, Studio operatorBarber, Grooming specialist, Shop operatorEsthetician, Spa professional, Skin care specialist
Tuition and payment optionsReviewed with you during your consultationReviewed with you during your consultationReviewed with you during your consultation
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Cosmetology program instruction and hands on practice in Hampton, Virginia
Program

Career Program

Cosmetology

Course COS100 · Published length: 1,500 clock hours

This program trains students to cut, style, color, and chemically treat hair while also covering foundational skin and nail services, sanitation, and professional client care. The 1,500 clock hour curriculum satisfies the certification requirements of the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) for cosmetology state licensure exam eligibility. All instruction is delivered in person at our Hampton campus; Beyond Beauty Academy does not offer remote or telecommunications instruction.

Designed for
Students who want a broad foundation across the beauty industry and the flexibility to work in many salon environments.
Learning environment
Salons, styling studios, and beauty specialty settings.
Salon or clinical experience
Supervised client services on the student salon floor.
Career pathways
Hair stylist, Color specialist, Salon professional, Studio operator

Skills students may study

HaircuttingStylingChemical servicesColorSkin care basicsNail care basicsClient consultation

State licensing preparation is provided as part of this program. Licensing outcomes are determined by state boards and are not guaranteed. Career pathways are examples; employment is not guaranteed. Tuition and payment options are reviewed with you during your consultation after you apply.

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Barbering program instruction and hands on practice in Hampton, Virginia
Program

Career Program

Barbering

Course BAR100 · Published length: 1,100 clock hours

Students learn clipper work, fades and tapers, shears technique, straight razor shaving, and beard design alongside shop sanitation and client communication. The 1,100 clock hour curriculum satisfies DPOR certification requirements for barber state licensure exam eligibility in Virginia. Instruction takes place entirely at our main Hampton campus, with no remote or telecommunications delivery.

Designed for
Students focused on barbering as a career path.
Learning environment
Traditional barber shops, modern grooming studios, and hybrid salons.
Salon or clinical experience
Supervised barbering services in the student salon.
Career pathways
Barber, Grooming specialist, Shop operator

Skills students may study

Clipper workFadesTapersBeard and mustache careStraight razor techniqueShop professionalism

State licensing preparation is provided as part of this program. Licensing outcomes are determined by state boards and are not guaranteed. Career pathways are examples; employment is not guaranteed. Tuition and payment options are reviewed with you during your consultation after you apply.

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Esthetics program instruction and hands on practice in Hampton, Virginia
Program

Career Program

Esthetics

Course EST100 · Published length: 600 clock hours

This program prepares students to analyze skin, perform facials and treatment protocols, provide hair removal services, and advise clients on professional skin care. The 600 clock hour curriculum satisfies DPOR certification requirements for esthetician state licensure exam eligibility in Virginia. All coursework and clinical practice happen on site at our Hampton campus; no remote or telecommunications instruction is offered.

Designed for
Students interested in skin health and specialty spa services.
Learning environment
Day spas, medi-spa support settings, and dermatology support offices.
Salon or clinical experience
Supervised esthetic services in the student salon.
Career pathways
Esthetician, Spa professional, Skin care specialist

Skills students may study

Skin analysisFacialsHair removalWaxing techniquesProduct knowledgeClient consultation

State licensing preparation is provided as part of this program. Licensing outcomes are determined by state boards and are not guaranteed. Career pathways are examples; employment is not guaranteed. Tuition and payment options are reviewed with you during your consultation after you apply.

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Nail Technology program instruction and hands on practice in Hampton, Virginia
Program

Career Program

Nail Technology

Course NT100 · Published length: 150 clock hours

Students are trained to perform manicures, pedicures, nail enhancements, and nail art while practicing infection control and nail health assessment. The 150 clock hour curriculum satisfies DPOR certification requirements for nail technician state licensure exam eligibility in Virginia. Training is hands on at our Hampton campus only, with no remote or telecommunications instruction.

Designed for
Students focused on nail care and nail art as a career path.
Learning environment
Nail salons, specialty studios, and salon nail stations.
Salon or clinical experience
Supervised nail services in the student salon.
Career pathways
Nail technician, Nail artist, Nail studio operator

Skills students may study

ManicurePedicureParaffinEnhancementsNail healthSanitation

State licensing preparation is provided as part of this program. Licensing outcomes are determined by state boards and are not guaranteed. Career pathways are examples; employment is not guaranteed. Tuition and payment options are reviewed with you during your consultation after you apply.

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Wax Technology program instruction and hands on practice in Hampton, Virginia
Program

Career Program

Wax Technology

Course WTI100 · Published length: 115 clock hours

This focused program trains students in professional hair removal, including facial and body waxing, brow shaping, skin preparation, and client comfort and aftercare. The 115 clock hour curriculum satisfies DPOR certification requirements for wax technician state licensure exam eligibility in Virginia. Instruction is offered at the main Hampton campus only, never remotely or by telecommunications.

Designed for
Students who want a focused hair removal specialty, either on its own or alongside esthetics.
Learning environment
Waxing studios, day spas, and salon specialty rooms.
Salon or clinical experience
Supervised waxing services in the student salon.
Career pathways
Wax technician, Hair removal specialist, Spa professional

Skills students may study

Facial waxingBody waxingBrow shapingSkin preparationSanitationClient consultation

State licensing preparation is provided as part of this program. Licensing outcomes are determined by state boards and are not guaranteed. Career pathways are examples; employment is not guaranteed. Tuition and payment options are reviewed with you during your consultation after you apply.

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Makeup Artistry program instruction and hands on practice in Hampton, Virginia
Program

Career Program

Makeup Artistry

Published length: 75 clock hours

Students learn everyday, bridal, and editorial makeup application with an emphasis on color theory, skin preparation, sanitation, and consultation. This 75 clock hour course builds specialty skill that complements a cosmetology or esthetics credential and supports work in bridal, event, and counter settings. Licensure requirements for makeup related services in Virginia are determined by DPOR and should be confirmed with the academy. All instruction is delivered in person at our Hampton campus.

Designed for
Students focused on makeup as a specialty career.
Learning environment
Bridal, events, editorial, and beauty counters.
Salon or clinical experience
Supervised makeup services in the student salon.
Career pathways
Makeup artist, Bridal specialist, Beauty counter professional

Skills students may study

Everyday applicationBridalEditorialColor theorySanitation

State licensing preparation is provided as part of this program. Licensing outcomes are determined by state boards and are not guaranteed. Career pathways are examples; employment is not guaranteed. Tuition and payment options are reviewed with you during your consultation after you apply.

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Instructor Training program instruction and hands on practice in Hampton, Virginia
Program

Career Program

Instructor Training

Published length: 750 clock hours

This program prepares currently licensed professionals to teach, covering lesson planning, classroom and clinic management, adult learning, and student assessment. It supports the cosmetology, barber, nail, and wax instructor tracks, and the 750 clock hour curriculum satisfies DPOR certification requirements for instructor state licensure exam eligibility in Virginia. Instructor training is conducted at the main Hampton campus only, with no remote or telecommunications instruction.

Designed for
Licensed professionals interested in teaching.
Learning environment
Beauty career schools and academy classrooms.
Salon or clinical experience
Instructional supervision of student salon services.
Career pathways
Beauty instructor, Program leader

Skills students may study

Lesson planningClassroom managementAdult learningAssessmentProfessional communication

State licensing preparation is provided as part of this program. Licensing outcomes are determined by state boards and are not guaranteed. Career pathways are examples; employment is not guaranteed. Tuition and payment options are reviewed with you during your consultation after you apply.

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State Board Prep program instruction and hands on practice in Hampton, Virginia
Program

Career Program

State Board Prep

Published length: 4 clock hours

This short course walks candidates through the practical and written state board exam format, timing, kit setup, and sanitation expectations so they walk into testing day prepared. It is a 4 clock hour refresher built for students nearing completion and for licensees returning to testing. The course supports DPOR licensure exam readiness; the exam itself is administered by the state. Held in person at the Hampton campus only.

Designed for
Students nearing program completion and candidates preparing to retest.
Learning environment
Academy classroom and practical lab.
Salon or clinical experience
Practical station rehearsal under instructor observation.
Career pathways
Licensure candidate, Returning licensee

Skills students may study

Exam format reviewKit setupTimed practical drillsSanitation standardsTest day readiness

State licensing preparation is provided as part of this program. Licensing outcomes are determined by state boards and are not guaranteed. Career pathways are examples; employment is not guaranteed. Tuition and payment options are reviewed with you during your consultation after you apply.

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Master Barber program instruction and hands on practice in Hampton, Virginia
Program

Career Program

Master Barber

Published length: 400 clock hours

Advanced study for licensed barbers who want to expand into chemical services, advanced design, and shop leadership. The 400 clock hour curriculum supports DPOR master barber certification requirements for state licensure exam eligibility in Virginia. Training is delivered in person at the main Hampton campus only, with no remote or telecommunications instruction.

Designed for
Licensed barbers seeking advanced training and credentials.
Learning environment
Traditional barber shops and modern grooming studios.
Salon or clinical experience
Advanced supervision on the student salon floor.
Career pathways
Master barber, Shop operator, Barber educator

Skills students may study

Advanced techniqueBusiness fundamentalsClient experienceShop leadership

State licensing preparation is provided as part of this program. Licensing outcomes are determined by state boards and are not guaranteed. Career pathways are examples; employment is not guaranteed. Tuition and payment options are reviewed with you during your consultation after you apply.

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Oversight and Standards

Training built on Virginia state standards.

Our programs follow the curriculum and training hour requirements set by the Virginia Board for Barbers and Cosmetology, so the work you do here maps to the license you are working toward.

Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation logoState licensing authorityVirginia Department of Professional and Occupational RegulationVirginia Board for Barbers and Cosmetology logoCurriculum and licensure standardsVirginia Board for Barbers and CosmetologyAmerican Association of Cosmetology Schools logoNational school membershipAmerican Association of Cosmetology Schools

License and membership details are verified with the academy on request. Agency and association names and marks belong to their respective owners.

Program FAQ

Common questions.

How long is each program?+

Published clock hours are listed with each program above, from 4 hours for State Board Prep up to 1,500 hours for Cosmetology. Completion timelines depend on your schedule and are confirmed by the academy.

How much does each program cost?+

Pricing is discussed during your consultation so we can match you to the right program and payment plan. Apply Now or Book a Campus Tour and we will walk you through tuition and payment options.

How do I get started?+

Apply first. Once we confirm you are a good fit for the program, admissions walks you through next steps, tuition, and payment options. You can also Request Information or schedule a consultation to talk it through first.

Do I have to be licensed to enroll?+

General programs are for aspiring professionals. Advanced programs like Master Barber and Instructor Training are for licensed professionals. Requirements are confirmed by the academy.

Is state licensing preparation included?+

Yes. Programs include preparation for state licensing exams. Licensing itself is administered by state boards.

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