Monthly Archives: March 2026
March 6, 2026
How to Become a Licensed Cosmetologist in Washington
Becoming a licensed cosmetologist in Washington means completing 1,600 hours of training at a state-approved cosmetology school (or roughly 3,000 hours through a registered apprenticeship), passing the written and practical state licensing exams with a minimum scaled score of 75% on each, and applying for your license through the Washington State Department of Licensing. At…
What To Expect on Your Beauty School Tour
A tour at Elite Cosmetology, Barber & Spa Academy typically includes a welcome from our admissions team, a walkthrough of theory classrooms and hands-on training areas, a visit to the student salon and spa floor, time to meet instructors, and a conversation about programs, schedules, and financial aid options. It’s designed to give you a real feel for…
How to Pay for Beauty School
Most students pay for beauty school with a mix of federal student aid and other funding, and the process starts with the FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). At Elite Cosmetology, Barber & Spa Academy, we’re pleased to offer Federal Student Aid to eligible students pursuing our cosmetology, barbering, or spa services programs, and our financial aid office…