I had my hair colored and trimmed by student Dio this Tuesday morning. She was nice, professional…read moreand very knowledgeable! Highly recommended. Had my gel polish removed and cleaned with clear polish. Morgan gave me a manicure a few weeks ago. She was great Highly recommended

I know we signed for services but the person in charge of the hairdresser is very unknowable rude…read moreand confrontable. I got a color highlights and cut. My hair look the same as when I went in.

Great clinic. Great staff. Good location and felt like I learned a lot. Just got a tour from the…read moreowners and they were very friendly and informative.

I've had a really positive experience at Broward Beauty Institute. The instructors are…read moreknowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in helping students succeed, both in the classroom and with hands-on skills. The environment feels supportive and professional, and I've been able to build confidence as I learn and practice new techniques. Like any school, it requires dedication and self-motivation, but if you're serious about starting a career in the beauty industry, this is a great place to begin. I appreciate the real-world preparation, the opportunity to work with clients, and the foundation it's helping me build for my future in aesthetics.

Academy of Glam is an amazing makeup school!!!! Victoria Duke is one of the best in the beauty…read moreindustry (no, I'm not getting paid to say that!). A warm & inviting atmosphere, talented make up artists (especially Taryll Atkins, you slay girl! & Daisy, you're awesome, love ya!), positive energy & good vibes, lots of helpful tips & tricks of the trade and so much fun along the way. As a career change from a 5th grade teacher to makeup artist, I was fortunate to have found Academy of Glam. My love for & passion for creating art through makeup, only got stronger. I learned so much and became a better version of myself. Thank you Academy of Glam & Victoria Duke for helping me to grow as a professional & confident makeup artist. GLAM ON!

I took a class in January at Academy of Glam. It was amazing. Here is my blog about it. I highly…read morerecommend AOG to make up artists, models, and anyone looking for a "happy place." onight was my last class of a series entitled "New You" at Academy of Glam (http://www.academyofglam.com) so of course I had to take a picture there! You can read the class description here as I did: http://jewelsfablife.com/2011/01/06/happy-new-you-happy-new-me/ Well, the class was totally different as described in my friend's blog, but I can't exactly describe it... Why? Because it was different for everyone. It was more soul searching than I thought, and it wasn't full of ladies my age... it was full of ladies half my age through ladies almost twice my age, but we all had something in common, we were there for ourselves. Not a selfish kind of thing, but almost like a female retreat.. Dancing, Crying, Laughing, Hair Styling, Browtox (not really, but the way this lady did your eye brows, you leave looking like you just had eye lifting surgery {http://www.wowbrows.net} ) Make Up Lessons, Photo Shoots, Facial Masks, Belly Dancing, Burlesque Dance Class, Zumba Class, Self Defense Classes, Nutrition Advice, Supplement Advice, Meditation, Financial Fun Advice ( by Natalie P. McNeal, author of The Frugalista Files { http://www.thefrugalista.com } )Fun, Fun, and Reality TV Taping, too. But what did I get out of it? A sense of not power, but empowerment.. does that make sense? I learnt to "Dream Big." Not like... I will win the lotto tomorrow..but a huge combination of things... to have a private, sacred place in my home dedicated to me.....a place that I can define my goals and dreams. It may just be a journal on my dresser next to my new fabulous makeup, or it may be a huge poster board with pictures on it to visualize my dreams...my destiny...my life. I am happier now than ever. It's like turned 30 and decided, who cares if people like me or don't. If they like the way I raise my kids, or don't..the way I dress, the way I operate.. if they don't like me, no worries, I don't need them to be a character in my movie.. they don't even need to be an extra! :) I made some awesome friends from this experience, I met many make up artists, but one in particular really stood out, but not as a make up artist, but as an individual...as a friend...and it happens that I also really hit it off with her husband, too.. Not knowing he was her husband at first too, didn't put two and two together for a minute there.. :) (http://mymakeupchallenge.blogspot.com/2011/01/editorial-makeup.html) I met someone I admired as a photographer, too, and now I can definitely call her a friend, and wow she stays busy. She has an awesome house that she turned into the ultimate location for photo/video shoots (http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Mendy-House/127636300620740) So all in all, it was for sure the best $49 I ever spent, and hope to take some more classes there. It's just a great place to be! :)

I attended boca beauty academy for a master esthetician program. It honestly was my happy place. I…read moreloved my teacher Miss Maria, always willing to help whenever I needed but also felt like a mom whenever we needed it as well. I love the "drama free" She was always understanding and really pushed me to get better. I will really miss her a lot! I need to thank Mr Robert, the director for guiding me as well and always being understanding of my situation ( I am a mom of two). Always encouraging, never pushy. I have read the negative reviews regarding the hours and payments. Thankfully it has never happened to me. They actually helped me regarding my hours. I don't think it is fair to expect them to hand us everything on a platter. I got my money worth and I am absolutely happy to have chosen boca beauty! Their teachers are amazing! Miss Ayden (the make up teacher) is a gem as well. Full of knowledge and very caring. She knows her stuff! So in conclusion, I would absolutely recommend boca beauty! If you are goal oriented and focused, this place is just for you. I have always raised my concerns to my teacher or the director, and was always satisfied with the outcome. Thank you boca beauty!! I will miss you!

RUN, GET AWAY WHILE YOU CAN. They will GLADLY take your money and NEVER give you the experience you…read morepaid for. Also can't keep a teacher to save their life (Boca campus) The skin teacher is always replaced with a sub because she has to fill in for the cosmo or other course teachers due to them quitting or being fired, so the ones in the actual esthetician program are left without an instructor. The Boca campus is a complete JOKE they care more about their image than the integrity of their school. It's sad to see so much money go towards the funding of their lifestyle rather than the benefit of students. We were only allowed to use 2 wax strips per waxing session because the school refused to buy/provide more. The student "desk" are outdated. The towels in the Nail course have dry acrylic on them so they're hard and rough and haven't been replaced in YEARS. So are the towels for skin, they're torn up. The desk also have old dried up substances, only God knows what they are. Most of the equipment has not been updated. And God forbid a teacher cares enough to bring in her OWN salon supplies so the students get a better experience. NOPE, my teacher got in trouble for bringing in supplies. The director or whoever is in charge much rather make decisions based on emotion than what's best for student learning. Also witnessed my teacher get attacked by a student which was already sad within itself but the director was more concerned about saving the schools image rather than helping when authorities arrived. Didn't even see her check on my teacher (she may have after the fact but it wasn't her priority for sure) If you're looking to just get a degree without the learning then I'd say go for it. But the experience will most likely not be worth your money unless you get a teacher who genuinely cares (they typically quit or get fired when they try speaking up). You can definitely get a better experience for the same price elsewhere. Cosmo tends to have a bit of a better experience just bc I'm sure the funding is different so the school invest in them more but every program should have an equal opportunity especially giving the fact it's not cheap. However, I heard the Parkland campus isn't so bad. Also received NO help throughout my graduation process I didn't know I was graduating until the day of and they do NOT help you obtain your license or job placement. U literally leave and just never comeback, the most help I received was an email with the link for my license. By far the most DISGUSTING staff and school I have ever came across in the beauty industry. The school is just sorry overall and most people will not enjoy their experience attending here. God bless the teachers there who genuinely care.

I've been to Neo Beauty School twice now as a model for polygel nails, and both experiences have…read morebeen amazing! The first time, I had tips added with a gorgeous design. The work is professional and detailed. The second time, I went in for a fill and to shorten the length, and again the student who worked with me did an exceptional job. Every student I've worked with has been talented, focused, and so receptive to guidance. Karla, the instructor, is absolutely incredible!! she works closely with the girls, teaches with so much patience and skill, and you can tell she truly prepares them to do amazing nails once they graduate. Honestly, I've had a better experience getting my nails done by Karla's students than I've had at the salon near my house. Highly recommend being a model here!

I attended Neo Beauty School to learn how to do nails professionally, but unfortunately, my…read moreexperience was extremely disappointing. One of the instructors, was consistently unprofessional. She belittled me in front of other students, made disrespectful comments behind my back, and created a toxic learning environment. This is not the kind of treatment any student paying for their education should ever have to deal with! I brought my concerns to the office, and while I was told they would handle the situation, nothing ever changed... In fact, the same instructor is now regularly promoted by the school, which is deeply frustrating considering how poorly she treats students. Also spending almost $3000 for the program, they're supposed to give you professional tools, they give you tools that are less than $20 and they end up breaking within the first couple days of using in class. It is ridiculous... If you're considering enrolling here, strongly do your research.

I've never been so happy with a haircut. Donna Lorca is very caring and detail oriented. She took…read moreher time and resurrected my hair from the dead. No stylist I've ever gone to has been as careful, gentle, and thorough. Everyone had amazing costumer service skills. Great vibe + very affordable as a college student. I left feeling so confident and my hair looks 10x healthier. Shoutout to Donna!

Not neurodivergent friendly. Staff and students are rude and gossip too much about others and even…read moreclients. They have mistreated my elderly mother with dementia as well when she asked about some uneven cuts to the back of her bob. We were told, if you don't like it you can come back for someone else to fix it. (Not just fix it now during her appointment.) I advocated for my cut and educator confirmed. I signed the paperwork. The student refused to do what the educator said and was short with me on multiple occasions though I had never met her. Despite me then asking nicely to respectfully please do as we agreed on with the educator, she refused. I asked to speak to the educator again if we can discuss this. It was the fifth time this had come up but she kept pushing it off and was upset she had to do it at the end and learn the technique. The haircut itself was exceptionally slow and took like 2.5H. What in the world?! Their quality has gone down terribly and they don't care whatsoever for their customers.

Kler Rosenberg was my PhiBrows course instructor in New York…read more Master Kler and her team - Royal Artists Laura & Dee, were simply incredible, very helped with practical and informative questions during the course. All of them willingly and openly share their knowledge and experience. It was very large amount of information, but thanks to how easy it is for Kler to provide us, and for her wonderful energy, everything is perceived much easier, feeling like a family member, not a student. I definitely recommend this academy to those who looking for detail instructions and quality work.

Kler is the most AMAZING master, artist, and teacher, along with being so real, personable and…read morecaring to her students. She is so kind and really wants the best for her students. She wants all of us to succeed! You may be in a class of 15 girls like I just was, but she makes you feel like you are one on one. I personally watched Kler help a student on a live model that was struggling with pigment filling and she looked at her and said, "I will be right here until you get it right." Not even 10 minutes later and the student was doing beautiful strokes! She is such an amazing teacher that I admire so much thank you for everything Kler! I can't wait to grow as an artist with you!

Florida h Academy of Health & Beauty is one of the best hair schools I've been to. I called to make…read morean appointment for service, but it close to the students' lunch; however, they accommodated me, which I am incredibly grateful for. When I arrived, I immediately noticed how clean and organized the facility was. Ms. Nancy, Ms. Tracy, and their morning classes were friendly and attentive. In addition, from observing the interactions, I can tell that the instructors and students care about their students, peers, and clients. Their knowledge and love of hair are apparent in their work. Thank you again for helping me bring my hair back to life.

Thomas and Lorraine Thompson have worked hard to build and nurture their business with FANTASTIC…read moreservice, professionalism and have staff and students who are friendly and top notch. It really shows walking in the door. If you need the services of this establishment, you will not be disappointed. Much THANKS to Gigi and Ms Jones for their skill and expertise.

Always come and leave happy. The girls there are hilarious and fun. The instructor is really…read morehelpful and knowledgeable. It's not the fanciest, but you're gonna be happy. Consider bringing in your own nail accessories if you were looking for anything special like chrome powder. Polish lasts a long time

To the owner of Kaizen Beauty Academy: This is very…read moreaggravating to do but it's too much. I am a student at Kaizen Beauty Academy and I've been attending for a total of two months(08/09/2021 to be exact), and since my very first day I over heard my teacher and the principal speaking about the air conditioning is broken again. It's been two whole months since that conversation and THE AIR CONDITIONING STILL BROKEN!!!! It's extremely hot in those small rooms full is student, we literally have small fans in the rooms, imagine doing a facial with no air conditioning plus the steamer! My profesional product is going bad because of the humidity. We need this to be fix immediately! For the amount of money that we paid the air conditioning is the minimum we deserved not to say we are in a middle of a PANDEMIC for a virus the lives in heat.

Having played poker in a casino over 15 years, I have decided to give dealing a shot. I have…read morealways wanted to deal poker professionally, be it part or full time. But I have no experience sooooo I enrolled in the Mizrachi Dealer Academy Inc. The program is 120 hours long, which takes about 6 weeks minimum considering the dealer school is only open M-Th. I currently have logged about 18 hours and it is a definite W.I.P (work in progress). Stacy, the instructor, is very demanding and has her own in-your-face style. But there is no doubt an end game method to the style. Poker dealers generally take in between 50k-60k so going to poker school is worth it. In order to get a dealing position, one must pass an audition at a casino. There is where the poker school is crucial because of contacts to local poker rooms. Otherwise, it is tough to get that perverbial foot in the door. Stacy teaches you the proper techniques from the ground up. But, as there are other students, one must also practice well on his or her own. I currently have my own green felt and poker chips at home for practice purposes. Completing the 120 hour course does not guarantee anyone a diploma and an audition, as everyone learns at a different pace. But those students with over 120 hours are allowed to attend the classes until they are audition ready. Gulfstream Casino and Mardi Gras Casino are the two major contacts in connection with the dealer school. However, once you become an adept dealer with a diploma, most other casinos may give you a look. I only know of a few other poker dealer schools in South Florida. Based on my 18 hour experience so far, the Mizrachi Dealer Academy Inc is the way to go. Because if you can handle the pressure there, I believe it to be a piece of cake dealing for real in a casino. You are taught, among other techniques, how to pitch the cards, count the bank, cut the chips, proper shuffling, the different poker games, count and take the rake, running the game, what to look for, and several other necessities for dealing success. But it's not easy. I know the game well but was surprised how little I knew about dealing. Awkward at first, I now feel like I'm beginning to hit a little groove. The 120 hour course costs $1,300. It may be paid in two increments. So, if you are looking to switch careers like me, give poker dealing and this school a look. It can be a part time job as well...

When I called the academy to get more information on the certification, I had no idea the knowledge…read moreI would attain from Stacy, the head of the school. She really knows her stuff! I'm a nervous wreck and it's hard to believe in myself in most situations! Boy oh boy did Stacy change that. The way she believed in me, helped me to believe in myself. She has a way of making you WANT to be better. If you take her course, you will want to prove yourself to her and it will push you to practice every day. It will push you to want to do it for yourself. She never gives up on you. If the course was double the price I paid, I would still do it. She goes above and beyond to implant the rules in your head. If everyone learned from her, the casinos would all have perfect dealers. I'm so happy I took the step to take this course. I went from a lost waitress to a confident poker dealer and I owe it all to her. Stacy, if you're reading this. Thank you. Thank you. And thank you again.