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Cosmetology and Esthetics school in Paso Robles

Hands-on training with real clients in our student salon. Graduate ready for the California State Board exam and a career in the salon and spa.

Next class starts November 16, 2026

Since 1997 in Paso Robles

Nationally accredited by NACCAS

2018 Image School of the Year

Featured on KSBY News

Programs

Choose your path into the beauty industry

Cosmetology

1,000 hours · about 8 months · full time

Haircutting, color and design, texture, nails and skin care, with on-site Redken classes throughout the year.

Esthetics

600 hours · about 5 months full time or 7 part time

Facials, waxing and makeup at an IMAGE Skincare school: you train with an IMAGE kit and treat real clients using IMAGE protocols.

Advanced Classes

Coming January 2027

For licensed beauty professionals

Tell us which classes you want, and we’ll let you know when they’re scheduled.

Why Design's

Learn by doing, with real clients

Hands-on from the start

Practice on the salon floor, not just in the classroom.

Real clients in our student salon

Build speed and confidence working with the public.

Dedicated, supportive staff

A positive place to learn, for 29 years.

Ready for State Board and your career

Prepared for the California exam and work in a salon or spa.

How to enroll

Four steps to your first day

New classes start every 4 weeks.

Step 1

Request info

Admissions calls you to answer questions.

Step 2

Tour the school

See the classrooms and student salon.

Step 3

Complete your FAFSA

School code 036463.

Step 4

Enroll

Bring your high school diploma or equivalent and ID.

Tuition and financial aid

Financial aid is available for those who qualify

Federal Pell Grants and student loans may help cover tuition. Our FAFSA school code is 036463. See full costs for each program, then estimate yours with our net price calculator.

Our community

Part of Paso Robles since 1997

Students and staff give back to the community, including haircuts that raised money for the Cancer Support Community, featured on KSBY News.

Student salon · open to the public

Salon services at reduced prices

All services performed by students under the supervision of licensed instructors. Monday–Friday, 10am–5pm.

Haircut	$8
60-minute custom facial	$25
Manicure	$7

Visit us

2727 Buena Vista Drive, Suite 105
Paso Robles, CA 93446

Admissions 805-609-8520
Front Desk & Salon 805-237-8575

Campus: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5pm
Salon: Monday–Friday, 10am–5pm

Open map and directions

Ready to start? Next class: November 16, 2026

Get program details, costs and financial aid info sent to you.