Courses

Join JCRS Hairdressing Academy and turn your creative passion into a professional career.

Courses offered BY JCRS

JCRS Hairdressing Academy is committed to empowering future professionals through innovative, personalized education, and hands-on training in acreative and supportive environment. Our goal is to provide students with thetechnical expertise, business knowledge, and confidence to excel in the beautyindustry while preparing them for state board licensing and long-term careersuccess in cosmetology.

135-Hour Refresher

Our 135-hour refresher program is fully aligned with Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) requirements and is designed specifically for licensed professionals who are ready to return to the industry with confidence.
  • 135 hours, Online or in Person: $2500

245-Hour Refresher - 8+ Years

245-hour refresher for Connecticut hairdressers with licenses expired 8+ years. Review theory, practical skills, sanitation, chemical services, styling, haircutting, and CT laws while preparing for State Boards and reinstatement process.
  • 245 hours, Online or in Person: $4000

Hairdressing & Cosmetology

Our Full Cosmetology Program is a comprehensive, state-approved course designed to prepare aspiring beauty professionals for a successful career in the salon industry. Spanning all aspects of cosmetology, this immersive program combines in-depth theory with hands-on practical training to ensure students graduate with the knowledge, confidence, and skills required to thrive behind the chair.
  • Application Fee (non-refundable): $50.00
  • Enrollment Fee: $200.00
  • Tuition: $19,000.00 Total:
  • Books, Kit, and 3 Uniform Shirts: $800.00 Tuition:
  • Total: $20,050.00

Makeup Course

This course provides students with a comprehensive foundation in professional makeup artistry based on the Milady Standard Makeup curriculum. Students will develop technical, artistic, and professional skills required for entry-level work in salon, spa, retail cosmetic, and freelance makeup environments.
  • 72 Hours
  • $3500 Includes kit

Apprenticeship

This program is designed for individuals who wish to complete their hairdressing training in a salon environment under the sponsorship of a licensed professional. The classroom component provides essential theoretical knowledge, while all practical training is completed under the guidance of the apprentice’s salon sponsor.
  • Theory and 200 hours (400 hours total) of hands on: $5100
  • Kit: $800.00 ‍

Our Classroom Educators & Founders

We are a comprehensive hairdressing school that offers the full 1,500-hour hairdressing curriculum, as well as theory-based apprenticeship classes and continuing education courses for licensed professionals. In addition to foundational training, we plan to provide specialty courses in areas such as bridal styling, advanced color theory, textured hair care, business development, and makeup artistry.