As an hp: student, you will learn the tools necessary to succeed in a career, instead of just another job. An hp: education will coach you on the basics, intermediates and advanced techniques currently sought by top salon & spas worldwide. We partner with leading salon & spa owners in the Chicagoland market to educate our students on the latest trends and techniques. Salon & spa owners and managers visiting our campuses for career days is just one of the small competitive advantages you’ll have while attending hp: the college.
Another key element exclusive to hp: the college is our business training program which has set the standard nationwide. The best way to do this is by raising the bar daily, which will give our graduates the opportunity to be in the top 10% of the industry. We recognize this above anything else, as we know that having grade-A fundamental skills just won’t cut it anymore (pun intended). Employers are looking for graduates with an aptitude for professionalism, five-star customer service, and a passion for sales. As an hp: student, you will have the opportunity to master these crucial skills through our business training program. When you complete this program, you will be a cut above the rest (pun, strike two).
Professional’s Choice combines traditional required subjects with modern, audio-visual programs to ensure that all students are fully prepared upon graduation for the licensing exam and their chosen careers.
We offer two curriculums: Cosmetologist and Instructor. The course formats consist of lecture with discussion, practical experience, observation, and written and practical evaluation.


Mario Tricoci spent the first stage of his spectacular career “raising the bar” for upscale salons and created the day spa concept in the Midwest. In a similar fashion, he founded Tricoci University in 2004 with the intent to redefine beauty education.
To develop the very best beauty professionals, Tricoci University has transformed the approach to beauty education. From investing in upscale facilities that rival high-end salons, to the developing advanced curriculum that better prepares you for career success, to the methods used to teach students how to build lasting client relationships, Tricoci University has indeed raised the expectations of what a good beauty education can be.
As Mario says, “it’s not about just getting a job, we help you start a career.” Making sure that first job after graduating is the right one for you will help get you on the right career path.

Turn some heads! Are you always getting compliments on your own style and fashion sense? Why not turn what you love into a career?
A student who successfully completes 1500 clock hours of work in TCD’s state-licensed School of Cosmetology and passes the practical exam will be awarded a certificate from TCD and qualify to take the Illinois State License Exam.
What will my classes be like?
Step behind a stylist’s chair in the Technology Center of DuPage “Salon 301,” and develop your skills in cuts, colors, perms, nail technology, esthetics, and make-up application. Through practice and instructor demonstrations, you will learn professional-level techniques.
There is a serious side to all this glamour! You will be amazed to learn how chemistry, anatomy, and geometry are used every day by cosmetology professionals.
Apply your skills through TCD’s full-service salon, industry internships, or community projects (theatrical productions, fashion shows, and community service events).
It is possible to earn up to 46 hours of college credit through this program. After graduation, use that great head start to obtain an associate’s degree, adding even greater value to your state license.

Unleash your imagination, creativity and expertise in the Cosmetology program. Expert faculty and staff will prepare you for a stimulating and rewarding career, whether you are pursuing a degree or certificate.

Pivot Point Academy is about you. We believe in people and their potential to take a passion for the crafts of cosmetology and esthetics and elevate them to an art. We are committed to our mission of empowering you—the next generation of beauty professionals—with education that allows you to design the career you want.
At the core of our education is teaching you the why behind the how of cosmetology and esthetics. Pivot Point trained professionals have knowledge beyond the basics that will make them confident and competitive in our industry. Because Pivot Point is about helping you become the artist you are meant to be, we teach you to see, think, create and adapt to any client or situation.
At Capri Beauty College, your future is our business. Since 1960, we’ve educated individuals for exciting and successful careers in the cosmetology industry. With two convenient Chicagoland locations to serve you, Capri will help you achieve your dream career.
If you’re looking for a creative, exciting career working with people, a career in the cosmetology field is a great choice. To succeed, you’ll need an education that offers quality curriculum, accreditation and licensing that will make the most of your talent and artistry. If you’re willing to devote your time