Cosmetology Classes in the Brooklyn, NYC

At Brittany Beauty Academy, you choose how many hours per week you attend. Options range from 12 hours per week up to 31.25 hours per week. Day and evening class options are available so you can build a schedule around your life, not the other way around.

Cosmetology classes cover the full range of beauty services required for the New York State license. That includes hair cutting, hair coloring, chemical services, hair styling, basic skin care, nail care, anatomy, hair science, sanitation, and salon business skills. By the time you complete 1,000 hours, you will be trained across every area of the profession.

Yes. A major part of your training happens in our student-run salon, where you provide real services to real clients under the supervision of licensed instructors. You start on mannequins to build your technique, then progress to live clients as your skills develop. This hands-on class experience is one of the most valuable parts of the program.

The full program is 1,000 hours. Full-time students can complete it in roughly 7 to 8 months. Part-time students attending fewer hours per week typically take 18 to 20 months. Your class schedule and personal pace determine the timeline.

Absolutely. Our classes are designed to take you from zero experience to fully licensed professionals. No prior beauty training is needed to enroll. You just need to be at least 17 years old and have a high school diploma or GED — or be actively working toward one.

Yes. Financial aid is available for students who qualify at Brittany Beauty Academy. Depending on your eligibility, you may receive federal grants, loans, or other assistance that significantly reduces your out-of-pocket cost for classes. Speak with our financial aid team — the conversation is free and there is no obligation.

Cosmetology classes cover the full scope of beauty services — hair, skin, nails, and chemical services — and lead to a full cosmetology license. An esthetics program focuses specifically on skin care and facial treatments and leads to a separate esthetics license. If you want the most flexibility in your career, cosmetology classes give you the broadest range of skills and services.

Yes. Our entire 1,000-hour curriculum is built around the knowledge and skills tested on the New York State Board of Cosmetology Exam. Theory classes, hands-on practice, and exam preparation are all woven into the program from start to finish. Our graduates leave ready and confident to pass.

Call us today at 718-745-1000, fill out our online enrollment form, or visit us at 375 86th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11209. Our admissions team will answer all your questions, walk you through the enrollment process, and help you find the class schedule that works best for you.