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Make a Big Difference in the Beauty Industry by Learning How to be an Instructor

Do you have a deep passion for the future of the beauty industry? You can impact future cosmetologists and estheticians by training to become a beauty school instructor. The 600-hour instructor training program at Summit Salon Academy Kansas City prepares students to teach in a cosmetology school. The student must already hold a current Missouri State license for cosmetology or esthetics.

During the instructor training program, students can learn teaching principles, psychology, how to plan lessons, how to motivate students, classroom training techniques, and practical teaching techniques. Our program meets Missouri state requirements, so students can go on to become professional instructors in the beauty field in which they hold a license. If this sounds like something you are interested in, we encourage you to schedule a tour of our Kansas City school and learn more about enrollment.

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Our Instructor Training Program Helps You Make a Positive Influence on Others Who Share Your Enthusiasm for the Beauty Industry

If you already have a Missouri license for cosmetology or esthetics, you can continue your education by taking SSummit Salon Academy Kansas City’s instructor training course. We are very proud of the education we provide at SSAKC, and it is not surprising that training future instructors is one of our priorities. We believe you will find that our instructor training course is very thorough and does a great job to prepare you for the MO State Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners Instructor exam as well as to prepare you for a future career as a beauty school instructor.

Graduates of our instructor training program may continue their career by instructing in a school, working in a salon or spa, being a product representative, a platform artist, a school owner, or a school manager.

The course itself is 600 hours and includes classroom instruction as well as practice teaching opportunities. At SSAKC, we are very proud to partner with a number of product brands, including our two main product lines, Dermalogica, for our esthetics program, and L’Oreal Professionnel for our cosmetology program. This means all students, including those in the instructor training program, will have access to professional quality products and tools during their classes and practical training times.

Are you ready to begin the enrollment process? Please contact us to learn more about our simple process and to ask any questions that you might have.

What Do You Learn in Our Instructor Training Program?

  • Teaching principles
  • Lesson planning
  • Curriculum planning
  • Teaching methods
  • Testing and evaluation
  • Psychology
  • Counseling
  • Laws of learning
  • Business experience or management
  • Classroom management
  • Record keeping
  • Inventory supplies
  • State Law
  • Practice teaching in both theory and practical lessons

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Instructor training start dates coincide with the program if you already have a license. For example, if you are planning on teaching esthetics, your instructor training will begin at the same time as our normal esthetics program.

Cosmetology Start Dates Full-Time (Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM)

  • 2024: January 2, March 11, May 20, July 29, October 7, December 16

Esthetics Start Dates Full-Time (Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM)

  • 2023: December 4
  • 2024: February 19, April 29, July 8, September 16, November 25

Tuition: $7,460 + $186 Kit = $7,646 Total Tuition

Frequently Asked Questions about Our Instructor Training Program

How long does the instructor training program take to complete?

The instructor training program at SSAKC is 600 hours, which can be completed in as little as 18 weeks. This is a full-time program consisting of 35-hour weeks.

How much does this program cost?

Tuition: $7,460 + $186 Kit = $7,646 Total Tuition

What are the prerequisites for enrolling in the instructor training program?

To enroll in our instructor training program, you must have a current Missouri State license in cosmetology or esthetics

Will students in the instructor training program be in the same classes as students in the other two programs?

Students in the instructor training program have their own classes focused on how to teach, classroom management, etc. Instructor trainees have the opportunity to practice teach some of the classes in SSAKC’s cosmetology course and esthetics course. Students in the instructor training program wear black scrubs, which helps differentiate them from the other students.

Is there financial aid available for the instructor training program?

Yes, financial aid is available to all students who qualify. Make sure you check out our Financial Aid page. You can also talk to one of our financial aid experts, who are more than willing to help answer your questions!

What can I do with a beauty school instructor education?

Your beauty school instructor education will prepare you to sit for the MO State Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners Instructor exam, so you can receive the necessary license to teach in a beauty school. It’s also worth mentioning that not all graduates of the instructor training program go on to become instructors. Some may focus more on the business aspect of a beauty school. Some may decide to work in a professional salon or spa. Whatever you decide to do, the education you receive at Summit Salon Academy Kansas City can enrich your life!

What's the best first step toward enrolling in the instructor training program?

When you’re ready to begin the enrollment process, simply contact us! We’ll send you the information you need, book your school tour, and guide you through the rest of the process. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Interested in applying to our instructor training program? Our enrollment process is fairly simple, and you can find the step-by-step instructions on our Admissions & Enrollment page. When applying to this course, you will need to provide proof of a current Missouri license for cosmetology or esthetics. Other requirements include doing an interview with a school official, passing an entrance exam, and providing character references.