At TSPA we know that a career in cosmetology is not just about a haircut or passing the state board exam. It's about innovation in hair color and techniques, basic skin and nail care, knowledge of business strategies, and training in guest services. Our Redken-infused cosmetology program will not only prepare you for the state board exam, but more importantly, for a long-term career in the industry.
A Program Designed to Maximize Your Potential
- Innovative and advanced, Redken-infused styling, cutting and coloring techniques
- Basic skin and nail care, as well as anatomy and physiology
- Classroom training that includes critical business planning and communication skills for a well rounded education
- Small classroom sizes to encourage your creativity and promote better learning
- 7 1/2 months of hands-on-training in our leading-edge facilities providing you real-world experience
- Job placement assistance in top salons and spas
- Redken Scholarship available at this Academy
Upon completion of our cosmetology program, you will be ready to take the State Board Exam to obtain your cosmetology license.
Refresher Course
Designed to meet the 250 hour refresher course requirement for State Board examination candidates as designated by the New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling. This class is for people who failed the state board exam (written or practical or both) and/or have all 1200 hours completed from a school and 3 years or more have passed by. The course content is a 250 hour review of basic cosmetology theory and practical concepts.
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Program Details
1200 hours
- Full Time = 8 months
- Part Time = 16 months
Refresher Course
250 hours
- Full Time only
- Same start dates as full length classes
Class Start Dates
- Full Time Cosmetology classes start every month, February & March start dates have EXTREAMLY Limited Space!
- Part Time Cosmetology classes start February 6th!
- $22,500.00 in Scholarships! Call the admissions office for details!
Or call the admissions office directly at 908.561.2809
or send us an email.
Most beauty schools prepare you only for the state boards, which is important. But TSPA prepares you for a career in hairdressing. They have immediate knowledge of how to set their students up for success.
- Dhaniel Doud, Redken Artist

