Qualifications for licensing as a cosmetologist/hairdresser

Every other month, a state board exam is given by the state of Connecticut, and students must eventually take and pass this exam with a score of 70% or above in order to be licensed in Connecticut. Students must complete 1500 hours of schooling and salon work, maintaining a GPA of at least 75%. The ...

Every other month, a state board exam is given by the state of Connecticut, and students must eventually take and pass this exam with a score of 70% or above in order to be licensed in Connecticut. Students must complete 1500 hours of schooling and salon work, maintaining a GPA of at least 75%. The ...

Hairdressing is for Men, too!

Many people have a common misconception that hairdressing is a field only for women. This statement is false, and can be proven wrong by the many male students who attend Branford Academy. The State of Connecticut no longer offers a separate barbering course, and therefore requires everyone to complete 1500 hours of cosmetology which includes ...

Many people have a common misconception that hairdressing is a field only for women. This statement is false, and can be proven wrong by the many male students who attend Branford Academy. The State of Connecticut no longer offers a separate barbering course, and therefore requires everyone to complete 1500 hours of cosmetology which includes ...

A Man’s Perspective on Becoming a Hairdresser

Many people assume that hairdressing is a field geared towards women. This is simply not the case! In fact, males are in the same classroom with females now more than ever, since it is not possible to get licensed only in barbering. Branford Academy welcomes both male and female students with open arms, and encourages ...

Many people assume that hairdressing is a field geared towards women. This is simply not the case! In fact, males are in the same classroom with females now more than ever, since it is not possible to get licensed only in barbering. Branford Academy welcomes both male and female students with open arms, and encourages ...

Team Spirit Photo Shoot

On September 19th, Branford Academy had a “Team Spirit” inspired photo shoot! Students were instructed to choose their favorite professional sports team, and use their colors and clothing to inspire a complete, fierce look! Students chose a variety of teams that inspired their looks. They captured the colors and the style of the team through ...

On September 19th, Branford Academy had a “Team Spirit” inspired photo shoot! Students were instructed to choose their favorite professional sports team, and use their colors and clothing to inspire a complete, fierce look! Students chose a variety of teams that inspired their looks. They captured the colors and the style of the team through ...