Students interested in a career in cosmetology may obtain an education through Palm Beach Academy of Health & Beauty, which is located in a residential area of Lake Park, Florida. For the last nine consecutive years Palm Beach Academy of Health & Beauty has received its accreditation from the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. The main program offered by this school is in cosmetology, which trains individuals with the skills and abilities needed to obtain licensure and seek out gainful employment after graduation. The cosmetology programs that are offered at this school are:
This school enrolls around 140 students per year, which gives students easier access to the instructors, with a graduation rate of around 68%. This school reported individuals had a federal loan default rate of around 8.1% in 2009.
Palm Beach Academy of Health & Beauty offers help with finding job opportunities for students. Students must look up local and state licensing requirements to determine whether programs meet current standards. To learn more and get consumer disclosures, you can visit pbacademy.net.
Programs Offered
The list below shows all the programs that may be offered at Palm Beach Academy of Health & Beauty. Actual programs may differ from the list below, to get an official list of programs offered please visit the school's website or by phone at (305) 824-2600.
Massage Therapy (600 Hours)
Massage therapy program takes usually six months to complete. Students who complete this program may be eligible to pursue licensing.
Program Details:
- Tuition (including any fees) estimate is $7,000*
- The estimated cost of supplies that may be required is $600*
- 33 students completed this program in the previous reported year
- The length of the massage therapy program is usually 6 months
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Cosmetology (1,200 Hours)
The cosmetology program takes about twelve months for most students to complete.
Program Details:
- Tuition (including any fees) estimate is $13,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $1,100*
- 20 students completed the cosmetology program last year
- Takes about 12 months to complete
Learn more about cosmetology programs by visiting our cosmetology schools profile page, which also includes career information.
Facial Treatment Specialist (320 Hours)
The facial treatment specialist program offered commonly takes about three months to complete and may satisfy education requirements for licensing.
Program Details:
- Tuition (including any fees) estimate is $4,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $400*
- Takes about 3 months to complete
(240 Hours)
The program takes about two months for most students to complete.
Program Details:
- Tuition (including any fees) estimate is $1,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $300*
- Takes about 2 months to complete
Barber (1,200 Hours)
The barber program offered commonly takes about twelve months to complete and may satisfy education requirements for licensing.
Program Details:
- Tuition (including any fees) estimate is $13,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $1,100*
- Takes about 12 months to complete
Home Health Aide (75 Hours)
The home health aide program takes about one month for most students to complete.
Program Details:
- Tuition (including any fees) estimate is $1,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $100*
- Takes about 1 month to complete
Notes:
*The posted costs for tuition, fees and supplies are determined through historical data and may not represent current costs.
**Repayment rates, earnings, and loan payments are estimated to provide a comparative context. For more detailed information individuals are asked to contact the school.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Note: Financial aid is only available for those who qualify, check with the school for details.
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 65% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 65% | $2,658 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 55% | $5,580 |
Other Cosmetology Schools Nearby
The list of nearby cosmetology schools below offer beauty and cosmetology programs similar to Palm Beach Academy of Health & Beauty. Click the links below to get a detailed profile for each school.
- The Beauty Institute in West Palm Beach, FL (7 miles away)
- Empire Beauty School - West Palm in West Palm Beach, FL (7 miles away)
- Hair Design Institute - Boynton Beach in Boynton Beach, FL (20 miles away)
- Florida Barber Academy in Plantation, FL (37 miles away)
- Empire Beauty School - Lauderhill in Lauderhill, FL (44 miles away)
- Fort Pierce Beauty Academy in Fort Pierce, FL (45 miles away)
- Florida Academy of Health & Beauty in Oakland Park, FL (45 miles away)
- Hollywood Institute of Beauty Careers in Hollywood, FL (48 miles away)