Learn it. License it. Get paid for it.

Six accredited programs in cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, nail technology, and massage therapy. Real clients from day one. A 90%+ state licensure pass rate. Flexible schedules and payment plans built for people ready to start now.

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90%+

State licensure
exam pass rate

Day 1

Hands-on practice on real, paying clients

041269

Accredited, state-licensed & federally approved

Flexible

Day/evening schedules + 0% interest payment plans

Your hands are the business.

Everything else is structure.

Three decades.
One purpose.

Academy of Career Training has spent 30 years turning skilled hands into licensed careers — in cosmetology, barbering, massage therapy, skin care, nail technology, and hair braiding. Every program is built the same way: master the fundamentals in the classroom, then put them to work on real clients under expert supervision.

"We measure success one way: are our graduates licensed, working, and building something of their own."

Chandell Stone — President, Academy of Career Training

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PROGRAMS

Six paths. One career that's yours.

Every program takes you from classroom to licensed professional — with real clients and real-world experience from day one.

Cosmetology student applying foil highlights
1,200 hrsSOC 39-5012

Cosmetology

Full-scope cosmetology, from cuts to color to salon management.

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Barbering student using clippers on a client
900 hrsSOC 39-5011

Barbering

Classic craft meets modern barbershop, built for Florida licensure.

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Massage therapy student performing a back massage
600 hrsSOC 31-9011

Massage Therapy

A comprehensive program for Florida licensure with real career range.

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Full Specialist students practicing nail services in the student salon
600 hrsSkin + Nail

Full Specialist

Skin and nail combined — Florida State Registration in both.

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Skin Care student applying a facial treatment mask
220 hrsSOC 39-5094

Skin Care

A focused, fast path to Florida State Registration in Aesthetics.

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Nail Technology student filing and shaping a client's nails
180 hrsSOC 39-5090

Nail Technology

One of the fastest paths to licensure we offer.

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FUNDING

Paying for school shouldn't be the reason you wait.

Payment Plans

0% interest, in-house — spread tuition across the length of your program.

Up to $14,000

Scholarships

No repayment required. Includes the Dunia Path Scholarship, available to all ACT students.

Federal Aid

Grants and loans via FAFSA. Use school code 041269 at studentaid.gov.

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We have multiple paths to make this work — grants, scholarships, payment plans, and federal aid.

  • "welcoming environment and excelent instructors!"

    — Javier Cruz
    Former Academy of Career Training Student
    (Barber at Loy's Barber Shop)

  • "you're really getting hands on experience, with real clients!"

    — Michelle Rodriguez
    Former Academy of Career Training Student (Barber Program)

  • "I grew exponentially, In my time here, thanks to the teachers!"

    — Angel Rivera
    Current Academy of Career Training Student (Barber Program)

  • "Students actively work on the floor, Very guided, very hands-on!"

    — Brianna Barnes
    Former Academy of Career Training Student
    (Cosmetologist at Celebrety)

  • "it is never too late to pursue a career change! Don't let time pass!

    — Crystal
    Current Academy of Career Training Student
    (Full Cosmetology Program)

CAMPUS LIFE

A look inside ACADEMY OF CAREER TRAINING

From student to barber. ✂️🔥 Not too long ago, Yancel was sitting in our Barber Program learning the skills to turn his passion into a career. Today, he’s officially behind the chair at @fraganciabarbershop This is what it’s all about:
🌙 Big news... ACT is going NIGHT! 🔥 You asked for more flexibility—we made it happen. Starting September 10th, you can build your future with our new Night School Programs. ✨ Now enrolling: 💅 Full Specialist 💖 Nail Specialist 🗓️ Tuesday

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