What we teach - the nuts and bolts...

We proudly implement the Pivot Point International curriculum. Pivot Point is one of the most respected leader in the hair and beauty education industry and pledges to continually set the standards of educational excellence world­wide.

Pivot Point's educational philosophy is based on the belief that hair design is an art form with hair as the medium. This artistic approach guides students and salon professionals through the basic elements of design - form, texture and color.

Taken from the Bauhaus Principle, the curriculum is a total system teaching the 'why,' not just the 'how' so students learn to think, see and create like a professional.

Known as Pivot Point's Scientific Approach to Hair Sculpture and Design, students work through modules where technology, multimedia, and hands-on step-by-step practice are combined to fully develop and reinforce their knowledge.

Through the world-renowned Pivot Point International Modular Educational Program, you'll learn:

• On a modular course format
• Elements of design - form, texture, and color
• How to visualize the elements as one, then mix and match them to create a selection of hair designs that are virtually endless by using procedures and techniques

Pivot Point's exclusive Salon Success program will teach you how to put the professional side into your beauty career. You'll learn skills in:

• Client service
• Time management
• Self-promotion and marketing

• Goal-setting
• Merchandising
• Marketing

MODULAR COURSE FORMAT

You learn to think, see and create like a professional starting the first day of class.Our modular approach to teaching has students on a schedule where they focus on one core subject at a time diving deeper than most other schools dare to go. This makes the learning process easier AND teaches the 'why,' not just the 'how', of the design process.

FRESHMAN MODULE = 480 hours

• Scientific-approach to cutting - 120 hours

• Hair Design - 120 hours
• Hair Color - 120 hours
• Hair Perm courses - 120 hours

MEN'S HAIR = 120 hours (day) 60 hours (evening)

• Learn precision skills necessary to detail a gentleman haircut

CLINIC FLOOR I = 120 hours

• You are ready for hands-on experience working with actual guests on the clinic floor
• During this 120 hour schedule, you are introduced to retailing, guest servicing, personal development, and marketing skills

• You only perform services you have been trained for during your Freshman module classes

ETHNIC HAIR = 120 hours

• Refine art of working with highly textured and multi-ethnic hair type
• Learn to assess this specific hair type and properly apply chemical applications
• Learn shaping and styling techniques

CLINIC FLOOR II = 120 hours

• Student service-sets expand as they improve their skills and attain a level of performance consistent with the standards of Federico Beauty Institute
• In addition to Freshman services, students provide general esthetic and make-up services

NAILS = 120 hours (day) 60 hours (evening)

• Develop a complete understanding of nail care services and hand and foot care

CLINIC FLOOR III = 120 hours

• Continue to build practical skill-sets
• Learn to build a solid guest base
• Sharpen retail, customer care and service skills

ESTHETICS & MAKE-UP = 120 hours

• As a student, you will learn the fundamentals of dermanalysis, facial manipulations and equipment

understanding of skin care
• Learn day and evening make-up application

CLINIC FLOOR IV = 120 hours

• You will have the competency required for the skill certification examination
• Begin four schedules of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience
• Students work with an established guest base as they fine-tune their concentration, accuracy, and speed

STATE BOARD CLASS = 30 hours (Day) 24 hours (Evening)

• For up to two weeks, you are able to demonstrate competency in all tasks required for the skill certification examination
• You will be given the opportunity to test their theoretical knowledge to pass the written exam for a California license

CLINIC FLOOR V = 120 hours

• You become increasingly confident in their professional abilities
• Earn the final hours and operations needed to complete the Cosmetology course
• You will have the competency required for the skill certification examination
• Four schedules of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience
• Students work with an established guest base as they fine-tune their concentration, accuracy, and speed

CLINIC PRACTICUM

It's important to gain practical experience before beginning a career. Theoretical lectures and off-clinic practice are important, but there is no substitute for performing a service on live models (guests), under close educator supervision.

We designed our facility to be a real salon/spa setting with the most current technology. You will have the opportunity to polish the interview, assessment and treatment skills necessary to provide a quality service experience, every session, every time in a real-life setting.

Our extensive classroom and practical training program puts our students leaps-ahead when they begin their professional life.