WELCOME TO SUMMIT SALON ACADEMY – GAINESVILLE!
Located in the heart of Gainesville, we are the leading cosmetology academy in North Central Florida!
Since 2007, Summit Salon Academy – Gainesville has provided Cosmetology and Full Specialist training to hundreds of students!
We offer a 1200-Hour Cosmetology Program and a 600-Hour Full Specialist Program, which are designed to develop your professional skills while teaching you how to succeed in the salon business.
We are continuously updating our curriculum with the demands of the cosmetology industry. As the only cosmetology school in the area to partner with Pivot Point, an online learning platform, we are offering the Learn About Beauty (LAB) curriculum, an educational program designed specifically for students in today’s learning environment.
We partner with Redken 5th Avenue NYC and the Summit Salon Business Center to provide an unparalleled cosmetology school experience. As a result, we are the only designated “Redken Premier School” in the area.
The Summit Salon Academy – Gainesville student experience combines top-performing artistic talent within the beauty industry with business training that raises the level of acumen and earning potential of its students.
“Salon Fair” Success in October!
This month we hosted our annual "Salon Fair" competition and it was a complete success! Our Cosmetology students completed in either a classical and avant-garde
Student Profile of the Month: Mario Herrera
This month we feature one of our up-and-coming students at Summit Salon Academy - Gainesville, Mario Herrera. With a focus on making sure everyone gets
Looking Back & Moving Forward
This week marks one year since Summit Salon Academy - Gainesville temporarily closed its doors due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It was one of the
Mission Statement
Summit Salon Academy – Gainesville’s objective is to produce highly trained and well prepared graduates for salons. We are committed to excellence in cosmetology arts and sciences. Educational systems and programs are updated constantly to keep the student’s interests first and our educational quality high and prepare the student to pass Florida State Boards.
Regulatory Information
National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences : Summit Salon Academy – Gainesville is accredited by the NACCAS located at 3015 Colvin Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. NACCAS can be reached at (703) 600-7600 or www.naccas.org.
Commission for Independent Education : Summit Salon Academy – Gainesville #3388 is licensed by means of accreditation by the Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education. Additional information regarding this institution may be obtained by contacting The Commission at 325W. Gaines St., Suite1414, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400. The Commission can be reached at (850)245-3200 or by the toll-free telephone number (888) 224-6684.
United States Department of Education : Summit Salon Academy – Gainesville is recognized by the United States Department of Education. Programs eligible for financial aid through the US DOE are Cosmetology 1500, Cosmetology 1200 and Full Specialist (Skin & Nail Care) 600 hours. Financial Aid is available to those who qualify.
The Department of Business and Professional Regulations (DPBR) : Summit Salon Academy – Gainesville students are processed through the Department of Business and Professional Regulation for state licensure purposes. All Cosmetology programs are required to take a State Board Exam over seen by the DPBR. All Skin Care and Full Specialists (Skin & Nail Care) are certified through Summit Salon Academy – Gainesville and then licensed by the DPBR.
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