FALL 2026 — APPLICATIONS OPEN
Programs
01 CREATIVE
Creative
Programs.
02 STUDIO
Beauty &
Wellness.
03 TRADES
Skilled
Trades.
✦ FEATURED PROGRAM
ESTHETICS
ESTHETICS
PROGRAM.
Spa skincare, facials, and waxing — licensed in four months and into a treatment room.
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FALL 2026 INTAKE
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Special Make-up Effects
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FILMMAKING
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Cosmetology
✦
Esthetics
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Esthetician & Nail Technologist Program
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Massage Therapy
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Advanced Cosmetic Techniques
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CDL
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Heavy Equipment & CDL
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HVACR
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Electrician
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Accredited by ACCSC
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School of Excellence
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Two Consecutive Awards
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Est. 1904 · Monessen, PA
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FALL 2026 INTAKE
✦
Admissions Open: Contact Us
✦
APPLY NOW
✦
Special Make-up Effects
✦
FILMMAKING
✦
Cosmetology
✦
Esthetics
✦
Esthetician & Nail Technologist Program
✦
Massage Therapy
✦
Advanced Cosmetic Techniques
✦
CDL
✦
Heavy Equipment & CDL
✦
HVACR
✦
Electrician
✦
Accredited by ACCSC
✦
School of Excellence
✦
Two Consecutive Awards
✦
Est. 1904 · Monessen, PA
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