The beginning of a new year is a great time to set your goals and intentions for the upcoming months. Many people – 68% in fact- have a New Year’s resolution to find a new job or to further a career in 2022. Maybe for you, one dream has always been to work in the…

Are you thinking about enrolling in beauty school? If yes, then you’ve probably seen cosmetology programs and esthetics programs. While cosmetologists and estheticians are similar in some ways, they typically end up in different beauty careers. Knowing the difference between the two can help you determine which program you want to study and what career…

Professionally-Focused Education At JD Academy of Salon + Spa, we know that becoming a successful beauty professional means more than just styling hair and giving facials. The world of beauty is filled with creativity, and business sense, mixed with meeting client needs and exploring new techniques and styles. The beauty industry is always changing and…

The beauty industry is filled with great career opportunities, such as cosmetology and esthetics! Get excited about a new career in the industry by learning the differences between a cosmetologist and an esthetician!

Many cosmetologists will tell you that cosmetology is a fun and rewarding career path. In it, you’ll be able to show off your creativity while helping people look and feel their best. Discover how you can become a cosmetologist here!

Are you ready for your first day of beauty school? Follow these tips from our team at JD Academy of Salon + Spa to feel more prepared!

Temporary Distance Education [TDE]. The JD Academy of Salon and Spa campus is temporarily closed for on sight education due to COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus). Education has moved to Temporary Distance Education “TDE” delivered by the JD Academy team of instructors online. Educators, student services, financial aid, admissions, director, and the president remain available to assist…

If you’re a career hairstylist in a major market like The San Francisco Bay Area, $100K is shooting way too low. Our goal with this article was to make sure we weren’t regurgitating the same “Rah rah rah… you can make gobs of money by doing this”. You’re gonna want to buckle up – this…

Its Fall and School is in Session It’s fall!  It’s getting cooler.  It gets dark earlier.  Where’d everybody go? It’s that time of year when most traditional 2 and 4-year colleges have just started their fall semesters.  We know that a lot of those who ultimately end up enrolling at JD Academy (or any beauty…

You know you want to become a hairstylist.  So now what? Let’s say you’re pretty damn good at doing hair.  You whip that mop into shape and your over-the-sink, store-bought coloring jobs look about, or as good as going to the salon. You’re probably the first one your friends call when they’re looking to try…