The Professional Training program at MB Academy gives adults 18+ industry-recognized credentials in the beauty sector — with flexible scheduling built for working adults who are ready to level up.
Apply NowProfessional Training at MB Academy is a direct-entry credential program for adults 18+ who are ready to enter — or advance in — the beauty industry. Whether you're starting fresh, changing careers, or adding a new service to an existing business, our program gives you the hands-on training and industry-recognized credential to move forward with confidence.
We offer credentials in braiding, makeup artistry, threading, shampooing, and Beauty Entrepreneurship (BE) — skills that are in high demand, transferable across markets, and immediately monetizable. Our instruction is professional-grade, our standards are industry-level, and our program runs 6-12 weeks, meeting Monday-Thursday and Mondays and Wednesdays, built for adults who have real responsibilities.
Manicuring will join our credential lineup beginning Winter–Spring 2028. Notify us now to secure your spot when enrollment opens.
Adults 18 and older in the Columbus metropolitan area — career changers, entrepreneurs, salon professionals adding services, or anyone ready to enter the beauty industry with a credential in hand. No prior experience required.
Our manicuring credential pathway launches Winter–Spring 2028. Submit an inquiry now and we'll reach out the moment enrollment opens.
Notify Me When Available →B.I.S. is the foundation every MB Academy program is built on. We develop the whole professional — not just the credential.
Build the professional foundation that supports everything you create. Career, business, freelance — it all starts from a strong internal base and a clear sense of direction.
Know your brand, your value, and where you fit in the industry. Your professional identity is your competitive advantage — we help you build and own it.
Develop the credentials and expertise that generate real income. From Intro to Cosmetology to Beauty Entrepreneurship — every skill we teach is designed to pay you back.
Every participant earns an industry-recognized credential they can use immediately — to work in a salon, freelance, or open their own business. The Beauty Entrepreneurship (BE) credential specifically teaches you how to launch, operate, and grow your own beauty business from the ground up.
Professional natural hair braiding techniques, protective styling, sanitation standards, and client interaction. One of the most in-demand and immediately monetizable credentials in the industry.
Professional application techniques, color theory, skin tone matching, client consultation, and industry standards for bridal, editorial, and everyday work.
Precision facial threading, sanitation protocols, and professional client service — a specialized skill with high demand and low overhead.
Professional scalp care, shampoo and condition technique, and salon-grade standards. A foundational service offered in virtually every salon setting.
Learn how to open and operate your own beauty business, build a loyal clientele, price your services, and create the income stream you've been working toward.
Full manicuring credential coming Winter–Spring 2028. Submit an inquiry now to be notified the moment enrollment opens.
We offer multiple entry points so you can start where you are. All classes meet in Columbus, Ohio — choose the time slot that fits your life.
Our instructors are active professionals — not just teachers. You learn the way the industry actually works, with the standards employers and clients actually expect.
These are not certificates of participation. They are industry-recognized credentials that open doors with employers, licensing boards, and your own clientele — on day one.
We designed this program around the realities of adult life. Flexible scheduling, focused sessions, and a clear path from enrollment to credential without disrupting what you already have going.
Getting the credential is just the beginning. We give you the business knowledge — pricing, branding, client acquisition, financial basics — to turn your new skill into income from day one.
One program. Five credentials. You can specialize in a single area or build a diverse service menu — including Beauty Entrepreneurship to launch your own business — we support your path wherever it leads.
Our participants build real professional networks — mentors, peers, instructors, and community partners who show up for each other long after the program ends.
An MB Academy credential opens multiple paths. Whether you want to work for someone else, build your own clientele, or grow a business — your credential is the starting line.
Walk into a salon, spa, barbershop, or studio with a verified credential that speaks for itself. Skip the "entry-level" line — you already have the skill.
Build your own clientele, set your own schedule, and work on your terms. Your credential is your license to operate — and your skill is your product.
Whether you're launching a new beauty business or adding services to an existing one, our training gives you the professional foundation to do it right — and profitably.
Use your MB Academy credential as a stepping stone into a full cosmetology program, apprenticeship, or advanced training — your hours and credentials count.
Add multiple credentials across braiding, makeup, threading, and more — building a full-service menu that commands higher rates and a broader client base.
The Beauty Entrepreneurship credential gives you the tools to open your own salon, suite, or mobile service — from business setup to building a clientele that keeps coming back.
We accept motivated adults 18+ who are ready to earn a credential and build or advance their career in the beauty industry. No prior experience required — just the commitment to show up and do the work.
$99 registration fee · Free if you qualify through your school
We'll be in touch within 3-5 business days after you apply.