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state board exam preparation

This pathway supports candidates who have completed required hours and are preparing to pass the California State Board examination.

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Beginning enrollment initiates a structured intake to assess fit and appropriate placement. Applicants are guided through expectations and requirements prior to acceptance.


Admission is selective, with limited cohort sizes to preserve instructional quality.

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Training Standard

Cosmetology is a licensed profession grounded in client trust, consistency, and personal responsibility.


This apprenticeship pathway prepares individuals, whether entering the field for the first time or transitioning from another career, to develop the credibility, confidence, and practical skill required to serve clients independently in professional salon environments.


Apprentices receive structured instruction, ongoing assessment, and guided development through the academy while earning income under supervision in active salons. Training emphasizes real client interaction, service flow, and the standards expected in day to day cosmetology practice.


Progress through the program reflects demonstrated readiness. Successful cosmetology professionals rely on more than technical ability. They demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, and the consistency required to deliver reliable results across services and clients.


This pathway is designed for long term practice. Graduates complete training prepared to meet licensure requirements and equipped with the foundation needed to retain clients, maintain professional standards, and sustain themselves within the industry.


This cosmetology apprenticeship is intended for individuals committed to steady effort, accountability, and measurable professional growth.

This pathway is commonly pursued by:

  • Individuals already cutting who need formal licensure
  • Apprentices seeking structured preparation
  • Adults establishing a legitimate, long-term trade

Cousin's Styling Academy
A program of Cousin's Collective, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to workforce development and competency-based education in barbering and cosmetology.


Rooted in the Inland Empire. Setting the standard for those ready to meet the moment.


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