How about our 44 year history of training successful cosmetologists, a comprehensive curriculum that exceeds industry standards, and a dedicated staff whose combined experience in the field of cosmetology is over 260 years?

	The only Cosmetology College in St. Louis offering the Nuts And Bolts ProGrow Business Training Solutions, a cutting edge personal and business development program that teaches students how to capitalize on their technical training to grow a profitable, fulfilling business. Nuts and Bolts graduates have more self confidence, a faster success rate, and a competitive advantage in the job market.
	ESBC is a Milady school. Used worldwide, Milady's Standard Cosmetology has been the reference of choice for cosmetology education for nearly 70 years, providing students with the information they need to achieve success. And since technology is now a part of our everyday lives, the Milady system provides a variety of formats for both students and educators that are reliable, friendly, and state-of-the-art. From cd-roms to Power-Point presentations, from Dvd's to WebTutors and online study guides, understanding the material is easier at a Milady school.
	ESBC is partners with Applied Scholastics International, an L. Ron Hubbard education service that offers students unique instruction in "Study Technology", so they can become more confident and effective learners, doing better on tests and achieving more success.
	ESBC has partnered with St. Louis University to bring monthly workshops into the school focused on health education for the African-American community. Both students and clients of the school benefit from these healthy lifestyle promotion workshops.

There are many opportunities for professionals in the Cosmetology industry. All of our courses are designed to prepare you for licensing in the state of Missouri.

For course information, click on your choice below:

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This course ranges in length from 12 to 22 months, depending on which of our full or part time schedules you choose.

Cosmetology: The History and Opportunities Life Skills Your Professional Image Communicating for Success Infection Control: Principles and Practice Basics of Anatomy and Physiology Basics of Chemistry and Electricity Hair Care. Properties of the Hair and Scalp Principles of Hair Design Shampooing, Rinsing, and Conditioning Haircutting Hairstyling Braiding and Braid Extensions Wigs and Hair Enhancements

Chemical Texture Services Haircoloring and Lightening Skin Care Histology of the Skin Hair Removal Facials and Facial Makeup Nail Care, Nail Structure and Growth Manicuring and Pedicuring Advanced Nail Techniques The Salon Business Preparing for and Seeking Employment On the Job National Skill Standards Professional Organizations MO State Laws

This course ranges in length from 4 to 8 months, however, in some cases the state of Missouri may grant a reduction in the required training hours based on prior work experience in the field of Cosmetology.

Teaching Principles Student Learning Principles Curriculum Development Lesson Planning Teaching Methods

Instructional Aids Test Development Student Counseling Classroom Management Job Readiness and MO State Laws

This course ranges in length from 3 to 6 months, depending on which of our full or part time schedules you choose.

Professional Image Bacteriology and Salon Sanitation Nail Structure, Diseases and Disorders Manicuring and Pedicuring Artificial Nail Services

Use of Chemicals Anatomy of the Hand and Arm Histology of the Skin Salon Management and Marketing Job Readiness, MO State Laws