87 Locations in 18 States

Products and Services

Empire Education Group offers programs in Cosmetology, Nail Technology, Massage Therapy, Esthetics, Make-up Artistry, and Cosmetology Educator Training. The cosmetology, nail and skin programs include thorough training in cutting, styling, and coloring for hair, skin care and cleansing procedures, massage techniques, performing special occasion and theatrical make-up application, and applying natural and artificial manicures, pedicures, nail art, as well as business development, and retail training. The Cosmetology Educator Training program introduces students to the teaching methodology and educational techniques needed to develop lesson plans, understand classroom management and procedures, and develop the expertise needed to measure and evaluate student skills and competencies


The career possibilities in the cosmetology industry are endless. We'll help you develop a well-rounded understanding of the industry so you're fully prepared to start your career. Since the demand for professional cosmetologists is so high, you can begin practically anywhere in any type of profession such as:

• Hair Stylist
  
• Hair Color Specialist
  
• Nail Artist/Manicurist
  
• Esthetician
  
• Makeup Artist
  
• Salon/Spa Manager
  
• Salon or Day Spa Owner
  
• Cosmetology School Instructor
  
• Cosmetology School Director of Education
  
• Manufacturer's Sales Representative
  
• Beauty Care Product Distributor
  
• Platform Artist/Educator
  
• Photo & Movie Stylist
  
• Image Consultant
  
• Medical Esthetician

About Empire Beauty Schools

Empire Education Group is one of the largest Cosmetology School Systems in the nation with 87 schools in 18 states, educating nearly 20,000 students per year.


All Empire Education Group Schools are accredited by The National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences (NACCAS) or Council on Occupational Education (COE). Our schools are certified by the U.S. Department of Education and eligible to participate in the Title IV Financial Aid Programs. Private financing programs are also available. Financial Aid is available to those who qualify.


Empire Education Group schools include Artistic Beauty Colleges (Colorado); Blaine the Schools (Massachusetts); Chic University of Cosmetology (Michigan); Concorde Academy (New Jersey); Empire Beauty Schools in Arizona (formerly Artistic Beauty Colleges), Georgia, Illinois, Indiana (formerly A Cut Above), Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island (formerly Arthur Angelo's) & Virginia; European Academy (New Jersey); The Hair Design School (Kentucky); Martin's College of Cosmetology (Wisconsin); Natural Motion Institute (New Jersey); Pierre's School of Cosmetology (Maine) and Scot Lewis Schools (Minnesota).