Our curriculum for cosmetology, esthetics, nail technology and barber-crossover programs will educate students in the skills and knowledge they will need to pass the Missouri Board of Cosmetology exams. Once the exams are passed, you will receive a license that allow you to work in the State of Missouri.  Of special interest, students in our esthetics program may qualify to take the international CIDESCO exam and earn a CIDESCO diploma.  This diploma is recognized as setting the bar for esthetics.

Although we cannot guarantee employment after graduation, completing one of our programs at SSAKC can prepare you for a number of career choices in the beauty industry. Students might go on to work in a professional salon or spa, manage or own their own salon or spa, become a beauty school instructor, work as a product representative, and more. We are proud to help prepare students for the business of the beauty industry.

Our students practice the skills they learn at our Student Salon and Student Spa. Real guests from the community book services that the students provide. This gives them real-world experience of working in a professional setting while interacting with guests. All services provided by students are under the supervision of licensed professionals.

Students are also allowed to showcase their skills in fashion shows and contests. To prepare them for the business of beauty, we offer career-related help, including mock interviews, resume and cover letter writing assistance, job search resources, and career fairs.

At SSAKC, our instructors genuinely care about the success of their students. We keep class sizes small so each student gets the personalized attention they deserve. We maintain an encouraging atmosphere that nurtures the passion and skill you already have. Also, our courses include educating students on the business aspects of the beauty industry, which is vital to your future if you choose to pursue a beauty career.

Yes. We are licensed by the Missouri State Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners. We are also accredited through NACCAS, The National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences, which is recognized by the U. S. Department of Education as the national accrediting agency for cosmetology schools. Summit Salon Academy Kansas City is also an approved CIDESCO (Comite International D’Esthetique et de Cosmetologie) accredited training center for Esthetics.

To begin our simple enrollment process, first contact us to let us know what program you are interested in. We will send you more information, ask for some pre-enrollment information, and schedule a school tour so you can get a firsthand look at the campus, classrooms, and more. You can also speak with instructors and current students, ask questions, and get a better feel for our atmosphere. After that, you will finish relevant paperwork, apply for financial aid (if you qualify), and wait for your acceptance confirmation.