Clean and welcoming staff. No pressure for tips. Work was professional. All students were very…read moreneat and trying to learn and help each other. .

Victory Career College in Carson offers a variety of nationally accredited career arts programs…read moreincluding: * Cosmetology (up to 1,000 clock‑hours) * Hairstylist (600 hours) * Skin Care / Esthetician (600 hours) * Nail Care (600 hours) * Massage Therapy (500‑ or 720‑hour tracks) * Cosmetology Crossover for Barbers (300 hours) Their hairstyling program is currently $1,000 off for the first ten students who sign up because it is new. They offer hybrid/distance‑learning (2 days on campus and 2 days on Zoom). Programs & Financial Aid - Programs are designed to prepare students for state licensure and include both day & evening classes - They're accredited by NACCAS, BPPE, CAMTC, and approved for Title IV (federal Pell grants and Stafford loans) - Interest‑free payment plans are also available and it's $1,000 off the tuition price if paid in full in cash at the start of the program Days/Hours: - Skin Care (Day or Evening classes) Mon & Wed* - Cosmetology (Day or Evening Classes) Tues & Thurs* - Massage Therapy (Mon-Tues-Wed 8am-4:30pm) - Hairstyling (Day Only) 10AM-4PM Mon & Wed* - Nail Care (Evening Only) 5-10PM Mon & Wed* Barber Program is currently on hiatus *The other two days are on Zoom This school feels more like a real salon/spa, complete with licensed instructors supervising student‑run clinics. Prices are much lower than commercial salons, and there's a solid sense of community and professionalism. If you're looking for hands-on, salon-style training in cosmetology, skincare, nails, or massage therapy--and financial support is important--Victory Career College is a standout local option in Carson. With flexible schedules, accredited programs, and real-world practice through supervised clinics, it's a great place to launch a career in beauty or wellness. They also started a Beauty as A Business program that teaches students how to promote their businesses on social media and have a resume class to get you prepared for the real world. The graduation and licensing rate is 95%+. And as you can see from the job board pic, there's no shortage of jobs for the students here as businesses send their openings.

They used cheap products, it only makes sense since they're charging only a fraction of the price…read more I made a mistake of trusting this place to do my hair. The students were very friendly and interpersonal. One student was too sleepy and teasing my hair and hurt my scalp 3x which was frustrating. But the teacher was careless and had an attitude. Just her technique and watching her go about teaching the students seemed careless and unprofessional to me. I had an allergic reaction the next days and informed the school. THIS SHOULD NOT BE OK! I asked to see their products 3 times and they said they would and end up not showing me the ingredients which is shady to me. This is a careless practice. The female teacher had the audacity to gaslight and make up reasons for why this would occur. Next time, DO BETTER and have COMPASSION, learn from your customers and learn to listen, not to answer back. If that was you, youd be upset I cannot recommend this place.

I absolutely love this place! I always get my brows, lashes and hair done here. The students are so…read morepolite and led by Adriana. I always walk out of this beauty school looking good!

Enrolling in manicurist class , days go by quick my teacher Miss Anisa has had patience with…read moreteaching me & making sure I'm understanding the course. Girls are nice & hours are manageable. Part time full time & even night classes!

There are roaches, filthy, instructors are not helpful, lack of supplies. Worst schoolread more

I am incredibly grateful for Beyond 21st Century Beauty and the entire staff for helping prepare me…read moreto enter the beauty world. During my time there, I stepped out of my shell, learned the proper ways of sanitizing, gained confidence within myself, and was fully prepared for my state board test and the next chapter of my journey within esthetics. The Patroness Ms. Maria, with her vibrant purple hue each and every day, brought passion, encouragement, and light into the school. One of the most beautiful things to witness was seeing her light up whenever her students made their dreams become reality through something she built for us to learn within. I will always be grateful for the foundation, knowledge, and encouragement Beyond 21st Century Beauty gave me as I continue growing within this industry, and I know if I ever need advice or guidance along the way, they would be there to assist and support me.

Amazing school. Started as an esthetician and transferred to Cosmo and the whole journey you start…read moreto see the confidence in your work and yourself . The teachers guide you very well,and if you have questions with procedures they help! You can tell they really care. It's always a party with Ms Maria but she also means business, she's amazing! You learn from the best in the business! One of the teachers said it well "You get in what you put in, always make sure you have a open mind"

I went in last week for a spa day which included facials and massage. Torri B was the student who…read moretook care of me. She did an amazing job and made the experience incredible. I felt so relaxed! She was very kind and professional, went above and beyond!

Had a blow/dry style today with Cayla Romo and loved the style! I usually have my hair flipped up…read morebut let Cayla style it different and I am very pleased.

No wait, affordable, and good for a basic trim. Friendly students, though I wouldn't recommend it…read morefor complex haircuts. The Vietnamese teacher suggested a good hair treatment.

I just got my hair cut and colored there and I'm so impressed. My hair was a wreck when I walked in…read moreand Crystal did an awesome job of fixing it with the help of her instructor Mr Fu. Very affordable. Everybody was friendly. Thank you

I had one of the most unprofessional experiences of my life at this school -- specifically due to…read moreNancy Lopez. I scheduled an appointment to get my hair braided. I arranged childcare and missed work for this appointment. When I arrived, the front desk staff (not the person who booked me) realized there had been no communication about needing to wash and blow-dry my hair before braiding. I explained that Nancy had never informed me of this, and thankfully the front desk kindly honored the original quoted price. After my hair was washed and blow-dried by Christina, we were about to start braiding when Nancy stormed in and abruptly demanded that the service stop until I paid extra for the wash and blow dry. She was loud, rude, and dismissive -- even putting her hand in my face when I tried to explain the miscommunication. She told me not to speak because she was "talking to her student, not me." She then touched my hair and began making discriminatory comments about its length and thickness, saying that it would "cost more" but refusing to give me an exact price. Instead of resolving the issue, she escalated it, argued, and ultimately instructed the student to stop the service entirely. When I asked for her supervisor, she claimed she was the boss and the supervisor, blocking any accountability -- until I insisted and was finally able to speak to the actual administrator, who was kind and understanding. This unnecessary conflict wasted 25 minutes of my appointment, leaving the students pressed for time and forcing my service to be cut down to 2 braids instead of the 4 I had booked. I want to be clear: the students and instructors were professional, kind, and compassionate throughout this. The only problem was Nancy Lopez. Her behavior was unprofessional, hostile, and completely unacceptable in an educational or customer-facing environment. I will be reporting her to the board for her conduct. If you book services here, please know the students are talented and respectful, but the administration -- at least under Nancy Lopez -- is another story.

My experience here was pretty smooth. The space felt clean and comfortable, and the staff handled…read morethings in a calm, professional way. The service followed a clear process and stayed on track the whole time.

Above The Rest Academy provided outstanding education and hands-on training. The instructors were…read moreprofessional, patient, and always willing to help. I gained valuable skills, confidence, and industry knowledge that will benefit me throughout my career. I highly recommend this academy to future beauty professionals.

Highly recommend school for barbering the teachers and staff are always welcoming and helpful. I've…read morecompleted my apprentice program and I feel confident on my journey forward to my next step of taking the state board exam. The classes were helpful in breaking down the study of barbering and going over everything we learned to ensure we understood what we've studied. Hands on activities were helpful in getting to understand first hand how to properly provide services for clients. Overall a great experience & welcoming environment.

I have been here a few times for mostly simple stuff. Wash, Press/Flat Iron and trim. The students…read moreare great. My hair looks great when I leave. I usually pay about $25 including tip. A wash and press would normally cost me about $55 + Tip at my normal hair salon. The only down side is at John Wesley it takes them a little longer to do the job (about 2.5 hours) for a press and curl when my normal shop takes about 1.5 hours. But they are students so I totally get it and I don't mind spending the extra hour. I am going to make it a point to go back every 2 weeks. Oh and FYI street parking only so bring lots of quarters to feed the meeter.

I went to get a hair cut I had a pic of the hair cut and this dude jacked me up big time. I have…read moreto wear a wig until it grows back. His instructor just walked by and said nothing. I felt like I was in a bar with all the cussing that was going on.So to me, they're not teaching them.Customer service skills, they're not coaching them like they should with haircuts.They were kids like they were at a high school playground and I am putting the word out.Don't go in there.They don't give a, you know what about you or your hair. I see, I have to at least give him one star.I don't even want to do that, so here you go. Oh, one more thing. When you send these students out to get a job at a salon I pray for the salon, you have to teach them how to be a professional..

My granddaughter started at Scholarship Prep. South Bay right after the pandemic . She was TK and…read morenow she's in the 3rd. grade and so far I dont have any complaints . At any school you have stay involved and realize that no school is perfect. My daughter and I like the school and so she'll continue her journey there. Mrs. Vann the principal is outstanding and the staff members are great also in addition , love the morning valet drop off the staff meets each student and at the end of the day your children is safely direct to the cars which make things so smooth. Thank you Scholarship prep South awesome job

The 1st 2nd and 3rd grade teachers are so so nice I love how on Fridays we get free time they don't…read morego hard on us and give us good learning and homework the students where nice to me and sadly I had to move after 3rd grade and I don't like my new school but my parents told me I have to move. I will miss ms. Baultista she was so so nice