Total Beauty Institute

Total Beauty Institute is a cosmetology school in Jacksonville, owned by Tonia Bell. The Florida Department of Education's Commission for Independent Education has approved the school, and the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences (NACCAS) grants its accreditation. On July 14, 2026, NACCAS moved the school to Low Outcomes Monitoring, a status equivalent to probation, after 2024 licensure exam results fell below its minimum standard. NACCAS has set a compliance period running through January 2028, during which the school must meet its student outcome requirements.

The core program is a 1200-clock-hour Cosmetology Program that prepares students for licensure as a cosmetologist. Coursework covers hair cutting, hairstyling, hair coloring, chemical texturizing, wigs and hair additions, and trichology. Nail training includes manicures, pedicures, artificial nail services and nail art. A skin study unit covers skin care, hair removal and makeup. Graduates must finish the full 1200 hours, including theory tests and required clinic salon services, and have their records reviewed by management before graduation. Graduates are eligible to sit for the Florida State Board licensing exam.

Teaching combines hands-on practice, video, live demonstrations and lectures, and hands-on work with real clients makes up a high share of the learning. The school also offers a separate 300-hour Skin Care course covering skin care, facial treatments, makeup application and hair removal. Internships can be arranged in other U.S. cities, including Los Angeles, New York and Atlanta. Field trips include mandatory hair shows and other beauty events. The school describes its facility as state-of-the-art and calls itself Jacksonville's newest full-scale beauty school.

Prospective students need a valid high school diploma or GED, must be 16 years of age, must be in good health and physical condition, and must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. An in-person interview is required for all applicants. Cosmetology tuition is $14,500, with a $150 registration fee, $3,500 for books and kits, and $50 for uniforms, for a total cost of attendance of $18,200.00. Tuition covers books, a full student kit of equipment and supplies, two uniforms, one smock, one T-shirt and one polo shirt, and extra uniforms can be bought on request. Payment options include financial aid, private pay, monthly installments, and scholarships and grants, with scholarships available only after 480 hours for students who qualify. The school accepts VA, GI Bill and VocRehab education benefits.

Training is built around hands-on practice with real clients, supported by video, live demonstrations and lectures.

The school describes its facility as state-of-the-art.