Since 1969, South Hills and North Hills Beauty Academy has been inspiring students to begin an exciting career in the evolving industry of Beauty and Wellness. We provide service to Pittsburgh, all of western Pennsylvania, as well as areas in West Virginia and Ohio. We offer comprehensive programs in Cosmetology and Hair Design, Manicuring and Nail Design, and Esthetics-Skin Care and Make-up, and an Instructor's Program. We are dedicated to our student's success during school and after graduation therefore, provide comprehensive and advanced education as standard instruction.
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At South Hills Beauty Academy and North Hills Beauty Academy we understand the difficulty in starting a cosmetic career. Luckily, we're here to help! We have a huge directory of coursework and resources for you to begin following your passion. Do you love beauty? In our eyes, everyone is already gorgeous; we like to help people see how beautiful they are!
Our 1,250-hour Cosmetology Program is designed to give you the ultimate beauty education experience. As a cosmetologist, your scope of license includes hair, skin care, and nails. At South Hills Beauty Academy & North Hills Beauty Academy we make it a priority that our students are well rounded in all aspects so you are salon ready upon graduation.
This course is designed as an introduction to beauty make-up with an emphasis on the techniques required today in this multifaceted industry. Regardless of which of these areas students intend to work in, mastery of beauty make-up is a must. In this course, students will start by learning facial analysis, base matching and application, correction, and contours and highlights, with an added focus on eyes and lips. The course finishes with complete make-up applications ranging from one hundred percent corrective to natural make-up.
Our 325-hour esthetics program includes extensive education in human anatomy, chemistry, electricity, skin analysis, and conditions and disorders of the skin. We provide comprehensive instruction of facial massage, the use of facial machines, hair removal, makeup, and full body treatments. We will teach you how to perform these services in our student spa.
Reviews (9)
Shawna Broussard
Mar 02, 2021
Kim Jordan
Apr 04, 2020
Nicky Banks
Mar 08, 2018
I called ahead and asked if they could see me today. The woman I spoke to was kind and said yes. I put my 2yr old in daycare then caught the bus up to this location to get a cut and color. Upon entering I was told that I would not be seen today because the students haven't had lunch yet and that I'm too late. According to the website they do color on Fridays until 1:30pm so I'm very confused as to why I was turned away without even an apology at 12:30pm. I not only wasted a day of child care but I wasted my time and money coming up for no reason. Very disappointed and I won't be back.
Brenda Taylor
Nov 17, 2017
I am more confident to come here than to try an unfamiliar salon. As a client, I have always gotten a good haircut here! The instructors are fantastic! However, they have a policy that little kids cannot be in the salon unless they are having a service done. Disappointedly, I have been turned away in the past because of this. I do not think this practice is customary with most salons or beauty academies.
Neka Morgan
May 02, 2017
Kathy Barrett
Mar 18, 2017
I was a student here for the skin care program. It was the best school experience ever! The instructors are very knowledgeable and helpful. They actually make learning fun, and provide easy ways to learn and remember what you are learning. The school is more than accommodating with room, lighting and cleanliness. I didn't want to leave after graduation, I had a very pleasant experience and missed everyone. I do still go there to see them periodically.
Brandy Skarupa
Oct 22, 2016
Dvonya Stephens
Jan 31, 2016
I went to get a gel manicure it was $20. It lasted less than 24 hours. The polish completely peeled back on the fingers and came off. I understand this is a school where the students are learning, but for something that lasted less than 24 hours and normally last at least a week made me wish I would've just gone to a regular nail salon where it may have been $30 but lasted. I figured it couldn't have been that bad since it was an easier service. I guess I was wrong. It made me very sad :
Jars Of Hearts & Hope
Nov 27, 2014
I went to this location a few months ago. I got highlights and a cut for around $40. The student did an AMAZING job. I actually had her give me her name because she was going to be leaving soon after. I've never had a hairstylest do a better job. I'll always go there for hair services from now on - not just because it is less expensive, but the stylists are amazing, as they are still learning and actually listen to the customers. I with there was ten stars to give.
