Cosmetology

The A.W. Beattie Training Salon provides qualified Cosmetology students with the opportunity to use their energy, skills, and imagination on clients from the community in a state-of-the-art cosmetology salon. Students will study care of hair, nails, and skin. Click here for information about the student-run Beattie Salon.

They will learn the proper use of cosmetology tools and equipment, as well as techniques in hair cutting, styling, coloring, permanent waving, relaxing, manicuring, pedicuring and skin care. Students will also focus on professionalism and customer relations and test for their Pennsylvania State Cosmetologist License when they have completed 1,250 hours of training.

To learn more about Cosmetology's opportunities watch the video above, see the information below about our instructor and check the tabs to your right for information about earning industry certifications and college credits. See your school counselor to sign up for career center tour and apply for the program.

Career Paths

Cosmetologist, Esthetician, Manicurist, Cosmetologist, Salon Owner/Manager and more.

College Credits

Douglas Education Center (18), CCAC (6), and more agreements are in development. 

Courses of Study

Hair Care, Styling, Shaping and Coloring, Sanitation, Manicures, Pedicures, Skin Care.

Industry Support

Thank you to our Occupational Advisory Committee.
Learn more.

Instructors

Sarah Nolan-Christen
Mrs. Sarah Nolan-Christen
412-847-1927; sarah.christen@beattietech.com
Joani Zelazowski
Mrs. Joani Zelazowski
412-847-1929; joani.zelazowski@beattietech.com
Mrs. Cynthia Cazin
Mrs. Cynthia Cazin
412-847-1928; cynthia.cazin@beattietech.com

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