How You Learn

Learning for Every Type

A Paul Mitchell Schools education is about much more than just getting your license. Our unique, multifaceted curriculum gives you the skills you need to be successful: a thorough grounding in technique, artistry and business, plus career resources, advice, contacts, and support.

 

How We Teach

Are you a visual learner? Do you learn best hands-on? We celebrate all learning styles! Our classes combine hands-on instruction with live demos and lectures, multimedia, video (including video and even music!) so that everybody learns and has fun.

OUR PROGRAM LEVELS

STARTS WITH

Complete Kit of Professional Level Supplies:

  • Premium Paul Mitchell styling tools and cutting, color and styling essentials
  • Digital, print and video instructional materials
  • Included in tuition
LEARN

Hands-on With:

  • Mannequin heads
  • Live models
  • Live demos
  • Guest artists
  • Exclusive video tutorials
  • The Paul Mitchell Cutting app
    …and sometimes also from books.
GET

Cosmetology Skills plus:

  • Business Skills
  • Merchandising skills
  • Retail skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Portfolio prep
  • Personal career plan
  • Educational and career path guidance
  • Opportunities to shine:
    • Honors level
    • Dean’s list
    • Salon open house
    • Activities outside of school
    • Fashion shows
    • Industry events
    • FUNraising for charity
    • Student teams
      …and much more.
WALK AWAY WITH

The Preparation You Need to Succeed:

  • Real-world salon skills
  • Industry contacts
  • A community of committed, passionate peers
  • The Paul Mitchell name behind your certificate
    …and the preparation you need to pass the state board and become a licensed cosmetologist.

Our Beauty Instructors

Whether you’re giving your first haircut or color service, building your clientele or preparing for the state board examination, our teachers—we call them Learning Leaders—are here to guide you every step of the way as you develop your unique style as an artist.

STUDENT SUPPORT

The beauty industry—and the technology that supports it—is growing. That’s why we connect our students to the Paul Mitchell Schools online portal and proprietary mobile apps, and provide state-of-the-art tools from our Paul Mitchell line which has been leading the industry for more than 40 years.

Get Started

Our programs graduate over 10,000 students every year from our 90+ schools. Programs vary by location, so please find a Paul Mitchell School near you for more information on class start dates, tuition and opportunities for scholarships and financial aid.

GET STARTED