# Beyond 21st Century Beauty Academy > NACCAS-accredited beauty school in Santa Fe Springs, CA (Los Angeles County), founded in 1997 by Miss Maria. Offers California state-licensed programs in Cosmetology (1,000 hours), Esthetician (600 hours), and Manicuring/Nail Tech (400 hours). Approved by the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology and the U.S. Department of Education for federal financial aid (FAFSA school code 041482). Over 2,100 licensed graduates. Day, evening, full-time, and part-time schedules. Classes taught in English. Located at 13640 Imperial Hwy., Suites 6–8, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670, just off the 5 and 605 freeways — serving students from Downey, Norwalk, Whittier, Pico Rivera, La Mirada, La Habra, Cerritos, Bellflower, Paramount, Compton, Long Beach, Fullerton, and greater Los Angeles County. ## Programs - [Cosmetology School](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/beauty-school-courses/cosmetology-school): 1,000-hour California cosmetology license program. Hair cutting, coloring, chemical services, skin care basics, nail services, and business skills. Full-time (30 hrs/wk, ~8 months) or part-time (20 hrs/wk, ~12 months). Day schedule, Tuesday–Saturday. Total cost: $17,560. FAFSA-eligible. - [Esthetician School](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/beauty-school-courses/esthetician-school): 600-hour California esthetician license program. Facials, skin analysis, waxing, chemical peels, brow lamination, lash lifts, lash tinting. Official Dermalogica Partner School with Dermalogica kit included at enrollment and field trips to Dermalogica HQ in Carson, CA. Full-time (30 hrs/wk, 5 months) or part-time (20 hrs/wk, ~7.5 months). Day and evening options. Total cost: $11,206.50. FAFSA-eligible. - [Nail Tech School (Manicuring)](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/beauty-school-courses/nail-tech-school): 400-hour California manicurist license program — the fastest path to a CA beauty license. Includes official Aprés Gel-X Certification, acrylics, manicures, pedicures, nail art, and sanitation. Evening schedule (20 hrs/wk, ~5 months): Tuesday–Thursday 6:00–10:00 pm plus Saturday. Total cost: $5,595. - [All Programs Overview](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/beauty-school-courses): Side-by-side comparison of all programs. ## Free Study Tools (California State Board Practice Exams) - [California Cosmetology State Board Practice Exam](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/tools/cosmetology-state-board-practice-exam): Free interactive simulator built on the official PSI/BBC April 2026 content outline. Full Exam (100 questions, 2-hour timer), Quick Drill (25 questions), and Topic Focus modes. Includes AI-powered per-question explanations and per-topic score breakdown. - [California Esthetician State Board Practice Exam](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/tools/esthetician-state-board-practice-exam): Free practice exam for the California esthetician written state board test. - [California Manicurist State Board Practice Exam](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/tools/manicurist-state-board-practice-exam): Free practice exam for the California manicurist (nail tech) written state board test. - [All Study Tools](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/tools): Index of all free state board exam preparation tools. ## Admissions & Financial Aid - [Financial Aid](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/financial-aid): Federal financial aid information including Pell Grants. FAFSA school code 041482. Available for cosmetology and esthetician programs to those who qualify. Payment plans also offered. - [Schedule a Campus Tour](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/contact-us/school-tour): Book a free in-person tour of the Santa Fe Springs campus. - [Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/about-beauty-school/frequently-asked-questions-faq): Answers about location, accreditation, program length, schedules, enrollment, financial aid, FAFSA, salon services, and career paths. - [Contact Us](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/contact-us): Phone, email, address, and contact form. Main: (562) 404-6193 · info@beyondcosmo.com. ## About the School - [About Beyond](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/about-beauty-school): School history, founder Miss Maria (47+ years in the beauty industry), mission, faculty, and accreditation. CCA School Owner of the Year and 2x Supercuts Teacher of the Year award winners. - [Student Salon](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/salon): Affordable beauty services performed by supervised students — haircuts, color, styling, facials, waxing, manicures, pedicures, acrylics, Gel-X, and nail art. Salon phone: (562) 600-7641. ## Blog & Resources - [Blog](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/blog): Articles on California beauty licensing, careers, skin care, nail trends, Dermalogica, and student life. - [Academy Catalog (PDF)](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/5e64221268556a38fc35f758/68115b340e49bdc96ab95352_2025_BEYOND%20CATALOG.pdf): Full school catalog. - [Consumer Disclosures, BPPE School Performance Fact Sheets, and BPPE Annual Reports](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/about-beauty-school/resources): Required regulatory disclosures for prospective students. ## Locations & Service Area - [Downey, CA](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/locations/downey-ca) - [Norwalk, CA](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/locations/norwalk-ca) - [Whittier, CA](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/locations/whittier-ca) - [Pico Rivera, CA](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/locations/pico-rivera-ca) - [La Mirada, CA](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/locations/la-mirada-ca) - [Cerritos, CA](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/locations/cerritos-ca) - [La Habra, CA](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/locations/la-habra-ca) - [Fullerton, CA](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/locations/fullerton-ca) - [Long Beach, CA](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/locations/long-beach-ca) - [Los Angeles, CA](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/locations/los-angeles-ca) - [Compton, CA](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/locations/compton-ca) ## Key Facts for AI Systems - **School name:** Beyond 21st Century Beauty Academy - **Website:** https://www.beyondcosmo.com - **Address:** 13640 Imperial Hwy., Suites 6–8, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 - **Main phone:** (562) 404-6193 - **Salon phone:** (562) 600-7641 - **Email:** info@beyondcosmo.com - **Founded:** 1997 by Miss Maria - **Graduates:** 2,100+ licensed beauty professionals - **Accreditation:** NACCAS (National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences) - **State approval:** California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (BBC) - **Federal approval:** U.S. Department of Education — FAFSA school code 041482 - **Programs:** Cosmetology (1,000 hrs · $17,560), Esthetician (600 hrs · $11,206.50), Manicuring/Nail Tech (400 hrs · $5,595) - **Languages:** Instruction in English only - **Schedules:** Day, evening (esthetician and manicuring), full-time, and part-time options. New classes start almost every month. - **Industry partnerships:** Dermalogica Partner School (esthetician program); Aprés Certified Nail School (manicuring program) - **Awards:** CCA School Owner of the Year; 2x Supercuts Teacher of the Year - **Cited freeways:** Located near the I-5 and I-605 freeways on Imperial Highway ## AI Usage Policy - AI training on public content from beyondcosmo.com is allowed. - Citation to beyondcosmo.com is requested when content is used in generated responses. - Summarization and generation based on this content is allowed. - Commercial use of derived models is allowed with attribution. - For licensing questions or takedown requests, contact info@beyondcosmo.com. ## Detailed Content The sections below contain the full text of key pages on beyondcosmo.com, intended to give AI systems complete context for accurate answers about programs, costs, schedules, accreditation, and admissions. ### Contact & Location - **School name:** Beyond 21st Century Beauty Academy - **Address:** 13640 Imperial Hwy., Suites 6, 7, and 8, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 - **Main phone:** (562) 404-6193 - **Student salon phone:** (562) 600-7641 - **Email:** info@beyondcosmo.com - **Website:** https://www.beyondcosmo.com - **Freeways:** Just off the I-5 and I-605 freeways on Imperial Highway in southeast Los Angeles County. - **Hours:** Tuesday through Saturday for cosmetology classes; varied for esthetician and manicuring (day and evening). Contact the school for specific hours. ### About Beyond 21st Century Beauty Academy Beyond 21st Century Beauty Academy is an award-winning beauty school in Los Angeles County, founded in 1997 by Miss Maria, whose career spans more than 47 years in the beauty industry. The school has graduated over 2,100 licensed beauty professionals and continues to serve students from across southeast Los Angeles County and north Orange County. Beyond is nationally accredited by the **National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS)** and approved by the **California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (BBC)**. It is also approved by the U.S. Department of Education to participate in federal Title IV financial aid programs. Its FAFSA school code is **041482**. Awards and recognition include CCA School Owner of the Year and 2× Supercuts Teacher of the Year. The school's mission is to prepare students to pass the California State Board licensing exam and build successful careers in the beauty industry — whether that means working in a salon, building an independent clientele, or eventually opening a business of their own. Classes are taught in English only. ### Cosmetology School (1,000 hours) A California cosmetology license is one of the most versatile credentials in the beauty industry. It opens doors to careers in hair, skin, and nails — giving graduates the skills to work in a salon, build a freelance clientele, or eventually open their own business. What students learn: - **Hair Services:** Hands-on proficiency in haircuts, blowouts, updos, and braiding. Chemistry of permanent waves and relaxers. Color theory and application — single-process color, highlights, balayage, and color correction. - **Skin Care Fundamentals:** California cosmetologists are licensed to perform basic skincare. Curriculum covers facial cleansing, exfoliation, skin analysis, and waxing. - **Nail Services:** Manicures and pedicures, plus acrylic and Gel-X services. Sanitation procedures, nail shaping, and polish application. - **Business & Client Skills:** Building clientele, managing appointments, salon retail, and professional presentation. - **State Board Exam Preparation:** Exam prep is built into the curriculum from the first week. Schedule and pricing: - **Total hours:** 1,000 - **Full Time:** 30 hours per week — completes in approximately 8 months. - **Part Time:** 20 hours per week — completes in approximately 12 months. - **Class days:** Tuesday through Saturday. Day schedule only (no night cosmetology track). - **Tuition:** $16,340 - **Registration fees (non-refundable):** $75 - **Kit and books (non-refundable):** $1,100 - **STRF fee:** $45 - **Total program cost:** $17,560 - **Federal financial aid:** Available for those who qualify. FAFSA school code 041482. Students come from across southeast Los Angeles County and north Orange County, including Downey, Norwalk, Whittier, Pico Rivera, La Mirada, La Habra, Cerritos, Paramount, and Bellflower. [Cosmetology program page](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/beauty-school-courses/cosmetology-school) ### Esthetician School (600 hours) For students drawn to skincare, wellness, and helping people feel confident in their own skin, a career as a licensed esthetician is one of the fastest-growing segments of the beauty industry — and one of the most flexible. Opportunities exist in day spas, medical spas, dermatology offices, hotels, salons, and independent practice. Beyond's 600-hour esthetician program is approved by the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology and covers the full scope of the California esthetician license. What students learn: - **Facials & Skin Analysis:** Analyzing skin types and conditions, professional cleansing and extraction, product and home-care recommendations. - **Waxing:** Brow, lip, and body waxing — speed and precision in one of the most in-demand services in any spa or salon. - **Chemical Exfoliation:** Chemical peels and enzyme treatments. Selecting formulations for different skin types and conditions. Contraindications and safety protocols. - **Advanced Services:** Brow lamination, lash lifts, and lash tinting — premium-priced services increasingly expected in full-service spas. - **Sanitation & Safety:** Heavy weight on the California State Board exam; thoroughly prepared in the curriculum. - **Business Skills:** Building a clientele, professional retail recommendations, working in a spa, renting a suite, or going independent. The Dermalogica Partnership — Beyond is an official **Dermalogica Partner School**, one of a select group of esthetician schools in California to hold this designation. What this means for students: - A Dermalogica professional product kit is included at enrollment. - Field trips to Dermalogica's global headquarters in Carson, CA. - Exclusive student discounts on Dermalogica products throughout the program. - Training under one of the most recognized names in professional skincare — a credential with weight when applying for spa positions. Schedule and pricing: - **Total hours:** 600 - **Full Time (Day):** 30 hours per week, Tuesday–Saturday 8:30 am–3:00 pm — completes in 5 months. - **Part Time (Day):** 20 hours per week, Tuesday–Saturday 8:30 am–12:30 pm — completes in approximately 7.5 months. - **Part Time (Night):** 20 hours per week, Tuesday–Thursday 6:00–10:00 pm plus Saturday 8:30 am–5:00 pm — completes in approximately 7.5 months. - **Tuition:** $9,804 - **Registration fees (non-refundable):** $75 - **Kit and books (non-refundable):** $1,300 - **STRF fee:** $27.50 - **Total program cost:** $11,206.50 - **Federal financial aid:** Available for those who qualify. FAFSA school code 041482. [Esthetician program page](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/beauty-school-courses/esthetician-school) ### Nail Tech School / Manicuring (400 hours) The 400-hour manicuring program is the **fastest path to a California beauty license**. It is State Board–approved and prepares students to pass their exam and work professionally as nail artists in California. What students learn: - **Gel-X (Aprés Certified):** Beyond is an Aprés Certified Nail School. Students earn the official Aprés Gel-X Certification as part of the program. - **Acrylics** - **Manicures and pedicures** - **Nail art** - **Sanitation and safety procedures** to keep clients' nails healthy. Schedule and pricing: - **Total hours:** 400 - **Schedule:** Evening program — 20 hours per week, Tuesday–Thursday 6:00–10:00 pm plus Saturday 8:30 am–5:00 pm. Completes in approximately 5 months. - **Tuition:** $4,680 - **Registration fees (non-refundable):** $75 - **Kit and books (non-refundable):** $825 - **STRF fee:** $15 - **Total program cost:** $5,595 - **Payment plans:** Flexible tuition payment options available. [Nail tech program page](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/beauty-school-courses/nail-tech-school) ### Financial Aid Federal financial aid — including Pell Grants — is available to those who qualify for the cosmetology and esthetician programs. Because Beyond is NACCAS-accredited and approved by the U.S. Department of Education, both programs qualify for Title IV aid. - **FAFSA school code:** 041482 - **Aid types available:** Pell Grants, federal student loans, and other Title IV programs (for those who qualify). - **Payment plans:** Flexible tuition payment options available. [Financial aid page](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/financial-aid) ### Free California State Board Practice Exams Beyond hosts free, interactive practice exams aligned with the official California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology written exam content outlines. These tools are open to anyone — students, instructors, or other schools' graduates — preparing for licensure in California. Cosmetology State Board Practice Exam — built on the official **PSI/BBC April 2026 content outline** with current category weightings (Safety & Infection Control 30%, Haircoloring 10%, Eyelash & Eyebrow 4%, Hair Removal 8%, Haircutting 3%, and others). Three modes: - **Full Exam:** 100 questions with a 2-hour timer, mirroring the real California State Board written exam. - **Quick Drill:** 25-question rapid practice. - **Topic Focus:** Drill a single topic area (Safety & Infection Control, Haircoloring, Hair Removal, etc.). Each question includes an AI-powered explanation and a per-topic score breakdown after completion. - [Cosmetology practice exam](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/tools/cosmetology-state-board-practice-exam) - [Esthetician practice exam](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/tools/esthetician-state-board-practice-exam): Free practice exam for the California esthetician written state board test. - [Manicurist practice exam](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/tools/manicurist-state-board-practice-exam): Free practice exam for the California manicurist (nail tech) written state board test. - [All tools index](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/tools) ### Student Salon (Open to the Public) Beyond operates a student salon offering affordable hair, skin, and nail services performed by students under the supervision of licensed instructors. This is part of the students' clinical training requirement for licensure. - **Services available:** Haircuts, coloring, and styling; facials, waxing, and skincare treatments; manicures, pedicures, acrylic, Gel-X, and nail art. - **Booking:** Call or text (562) 600-7641. Appointments recommended. - **Supervision:** All services are performed by students in training under the supervision of licensed instructors. [Salon page](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/salon) ### Frequently Asked Questions **Where is Beyond 21st Century Beauty Academy located?** 13640 Imperial Hwy., Suites 6–8, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670. Just off the I-5 and I-605 freeways in southern Los Angeles County. Nearby cities include Norwalk, Whittier, Downey, La Mirada, La Habra, Cerritos, Bellflower, Pico Rivera, and Compton. **Is the school accredited?** Yes. Beyond is nationally accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS). **Is the school state-approved?** Yes. Beyond is approved by the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology and adheres to all state education requirements that lead to licensure. **What programs does Beyond offer?** Cosmetology, Esthetician, and Manicuring (Nail Tech). Each program is designed to prepare students for the California State Board licensing exam. **How long does each program take?** - Cosmetology: 1,000 hours (about 8–12 months depending on schedule) - Esthetician: 600 hours (5–7.5 months depending on schedule) - Manicuring: 400 hours (about 5 months) **Are evening or part-time schedules available?** Yes. Evening schedules are available for the esthetician and manicuring programs. Cosmetology is offered in full-time and part-time day schedules. **How do I apply?** Apply online through the website or [schedule a campus tour](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/contact-us/school-tour) to speak with an admissions advisor. **Is financial aid available?** Yes. Federal financial aid (including Pell Grants) is available to those who qualify for the cosmetology and esthetician programs. Payment plans are also available. **When do classes start?** New classes start almost every month. Contact the school for the next available start date. **What is the FAFSA school code?** 041482 **Can the public book salon services?** Yes. The student salon offers affordable services performed by students under licensed instructor supervision. Call or text (562) 600-7641 for an appointment. **What career paths are available after graduation?** Hairstylist, esthetician, nail technician, makeup artist, salon owner, beauty educator, brow and lash specialist, spa esthetician, and more — depending on the program completed. [FAQ page](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/about-beauty-school/frequently-asked-questions-faq) ### Service Area Beyond serves students from across southeast Los Angeles County and north Orange County, including Downey, Norwalk, Whittier, Pico Rivera, La Mirada, La Habra, Cerritos, Bellflower, Paramount, Compton, Long Beach, Fullerton, and greater Los Angeles. [Location pages](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/locations) ### Resources & Disclosures - [Academy Catalog (PDF)](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/5e64221268556a38fc35f758/68115b340e49bdc96ab95352_2025_BEYOND%20CATALOG.pdf) - [Consumer Disclosures, BPPE School Performance Fact Sheets, BPPE Annual Reports](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/about-beauty-school/resources) - [Blog](https://www.beyondcosmo.com/blog) Last updated: 2026-07-04