Summit Salon Academy Mabank

The academy trains students for Texas state licensing in cosmetology, esthetics and barbering. The cosmetology program runs 1000 hours, the esthetics program 750 hours, and the barber program 1000 hours, which the academy lists as coming soon. The barber program is designed to meet Texas state requirements for barber licensing.

Cosmetology training covers shampooing, hair coloring, cutting, perms, styling, scalp treatments, facials, manicuring, salesmanship and salon management. Esthetics covers facial treatments, makeup application, hair removal, aromatherapy and cosmetic chemistry. Barber training covers haircutting, hairstyling, shaving, mustache and beard design, permanent waving, hair coloring and hair pieces. Upon finishing the esthetics program, students receive a diploma, and the cosmetology program prepares students for the State Board Exam for a cosmetology license.

The academy's student clinic offers guest services in hair, skin care, makeup and waxing. Every service is performed by a student under the supervision of a licensed professional. Guests who are not happy with a service may request a redo within 72 hours, scheduled with the original student.

The academy describes itself as a Redken Premier School and says its curriculum is built on the Summit Salon systems. It is a partner of the Summit Salon Business Center, and says it keeps connections with graduates and partner salons across North America. Program benefits include salon and spa experience, access to the international Summit Salon community and job placement support.

The academy describes its curriculum as built on the Summit Salon systems, and it presents its training as hands-on, with students working in a real salon and spa setting.