BELLUS ACADEMY BEAUTY CAREER PLACEMENT
Bellus Academy is nationally recognized as innovators in beauty and wellness education. We are located 30 minutes north of San Diego in the heart of Poway. We are highly respected for our post-graduation placement and licensure rates. Our instructional team provides students with one of the finest technical educations available in the nation.
In 2007, our Poway campus expanded by 6,000 additional square feet and performed a two million dollar renovation. We now have a state-of-the-art training facility complete with the finest spa and salon equipment and instructional tools. The student clinic is mirrored after the five-star salons and spas that prepare our students and welcome their clients.
THIS CAMPUS FEATURES:
- Professional reception and retail boutique stocked with the finest product and experienced floor instructors
- Professional salon featuring cosmetology, spa pedicure and manicuring stations
- Esthetic clinic with private client spaces
- Massage clinic with private client spaces
- Hydrotherapy Tub room
- Vichy Shower room
- Individual freshman and intermediate classrooms for all courses.
- Make-up classroom
- The latest in audio/visual equipment including flat screens and projectors
Bellus S.T.A.R. Precision Haircutting System
The S.T.A.R. Precision Haircutting System, developed by Artistic Director Diego Raviglione and Master Educator Nick Berardi, is a precision haircutting system designed to give the best foundation in the art of haircutting. S.T.A.R. is the only haircutting system that evolves as the student’s technical skills and creativity become stronger, providing support to nurture the novice to the master stylist. The S.T.A.R. iPhone and iPad apps allow you to learn anytime, anywhere by watching all the videos on your mobile device or computer.
Bellus Academy is the only academy that currently offers the S.T.A.R. Precision Haircutting System and Nick Education. Nick Education is the premiere online education site, with professional members internationally. Lifetime support program is included to carry you through your entire career as a master stylist.
















We are the only ITEC approved school on the west coast providing graduates with an international certificate. Graduates who pass the ITEC examination are qualified to work internationally in over 38 countries. The certification will allow for employment on cruise ships traveling internationally as well as employment in spas throughout Europe, Canada and Australia.


