Cosmetology Resources

Licensing / Certification Information

Georgia State Board of Cosmetologists
  Searchable web site with information on Georgia licensing requirements for Cosmetologists and Barbers, Georgia laws, rules of the state board, etc.

State Boards of Cosmetology
  List of the State Boards of Cosmetology responsible for setting licensure and certification requirements for beauty schools, hair and beauty salons, and individual cosmetologists.

Organizations / Associations / Accrediting Agencies

American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS)
  Links to cosmetology associations, magazines, trade shows, government sites including all State Boards of Cosmetology online.

International SalonSpa Business Association
  Represents the chain salon and spa segment of the professional beauty industry, from corporate to individually owned businesses.

Nail Manufacturers Council
  Seeks to educate nail industry professionals and consumers about issues affecting nail care products and services.

National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences
  NACCAS is recognized by the U.S. Dept. of Education as a national agency for the institutional accreditation of postsecondary schools and departments cosmetology arts and sciences, including specialized schools.

National Cosmetology Association (NCA)
  Largest association serving the Cosmetology industry since 1921.  Utilizes a network of educators and industry alliances to provide assistance with your questions.

Professional Beauty Association
  The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) is a non-profit trade association that represents the interests of the professional beauty industry from manufacturers and distributors to salons and spas.

Professional / Business / Industry Resources

American Salon
  Online magazine and industry links – commercial website.

Beauty Tech
  Links to cosmetology industry and business sites.

Cosmetologists of America, Inc.
  Promotes the professional cosmetology industry and all related career paths: hair stylists, colorists, beauticians, educators, stage artists, nail technicians, salon owners and managers, beauty supply distributors, health club managers, beauty consultants and make-up specialists.

Milady
  One of the world's largest publishers of beauty education materials for students and professional reference.

Modern Salon
  Online magazine and industry links – commercial website.

Occupational Outlook for Cosmetologists
  Statistics of occupational projections

OPI Professional Nail Care
  Dedicated to excellence within the professional beauty industry and leader in nail care technologies and products.

Professional Beauty Corporation
  Promotes professionals working in the Beauty and Entertainment Industries.

Salon Web
  Links to a wide variety of hairstyling resource sites.