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Dreaming of opening your beauty salon in Iowa? With a growing demand for beauty services and a supportive business climate, Iowa is a great place to start. But turning your passion for hair, nails, or skincare into a successful salon takes more than talent—you need business skills, licensing knowledge, and a clear plan. In this…

In the fast-changing world of beauty and wellness, standing out requires more than just talent, one needs a blend of technical expertise and business acumen. La’ James International College (91ÑÇÉ«) offers an exclusive Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree in Health and Beauty Management (HBM degree), designed to equip aspiring professionals with both. This program…

To get a nail technician license in Iowa, you need 325 hours of training from a board-licensed school, a passing score on the national NIC nail technology theory exam, and an application with a $60 fee through the state’s online licensing portal. At La’ James International College, the nail technology program is 350 hours and…

Esthetician is a licensed role in Iowa, so you can’t work on clients’ skin until you’ve finished approved training, passed the state exam and received your license from the state board. This guide walks through each step, from choosing a school to renewing your license, and explains how the hours, exam and application work. It…

Cosmetology school at La’ James International College costs $22,860 in tuition for the 1,550-hour program, plus a $50 application fee and a $100 registration fee. Books, kit, uniform and lab fees are charged on your start date. 91ÑÇÉ« pays the first-time state board exam and licensing fees for students who completed an enrollment application on…

Is a career as a massage therapist your calling? According to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), demand for massage therapists is set to soar—projected to grow by 18% by 2033! This increase means more opportunities and job stability. Dive into the details to see why now is the perfect time…

Pursuing a career in cosmetology is a transformative journey. At La James International College (91ÑÇÉ«), our comprehensive Cosmetology Program is designed to prepare students for success in the beauty industry. With a well-rounded curriculum, hands-on experience, and the guidance of licensed educators, students receive the tools they need to thrive as beauty professionals. This 1550-hour…

In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of being a cosmetologist, such as job flexibility, a creative and financially rewarding profession, high demand, great work-life balance, and independence. We’ll also discuss why attending a cosmetology school like La’ James International College can be professionally rewarding. What are the Benefits of Being a Cosmetologist? While…

In this interview with Jessica Howe, our Director of Social Media, we discuss questions we often hear about a career in cosmetology. INTERVIEWER: What is it like starting a brand new career in cosmetology after graduating from La’ James with a cosmetology degree?  Jessica Howe: Starting a career in cosmetology after graduating from La’ James…

In this interview with Jessica Howe, our Director of Social Media, we discuss some common questions asked by prospective students about the La’ James curriculum. INTERVIEWER: Can you tell us about some of the classes that students have to take?  What will the students learn in each one of those classes? JESSICA HOWE: At La…