Along with learning hair cutting, perming and coloring, Cosmetology students also get to explore the world of Facials.  Some of what they are learning and practicing in the current eight week term include:

• Skin Analysis and Consultation
• Skin Types
• Skin Care Products
• Facial Massage
• Facial Equipment
• Treatments and Procedures

The main purpose of a facial is to preserve the health of the skin.  Continue reading

On February 27, 2018, Fond du Lac Boys and Girls Club kids in grades 5-11 were excited to meet and learn with MPTC Cosmetology students and their Instructor Eileen Bouchard! Continue reading

Meet Britt!  She is married, a mother of three and a Cosmetology student.  Britt has always been interested in doing hair and even though she had her children young, she said when her youngest went to school, so would she.  And she DID!  All three kids and herself had their first day of school together!!  When Britt is not in school she enjoys spending time with family biking and hiking. Continue reading

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Governor Walker recently signed new laws related to the Cosmetology/Barbering industry.  Some of the changes are: Continue reading

The Senior class is starting the countdown until graduation….another 5 weeks in the salon!!  They continue to do exciting colors, cuts, pedicures and manicures and are completely booked until December 21st.

Techniques Salon and Spa is taking appointments for the next term starting January 22, 2018.  Call 920-929-2106 to book your appointment for a color, perm or cut! Continue reading

Meet Emma.  She decided to try Cosmetology at the suggestion of her hairstylist.

After being homeschooled by her Mom and attending UW-FDL and UW-Washingon County for general education classes, she thought, “why not.”

Emma then started her cosmetology career here at Moraine Park in January 2017.  Emma has already been hired as a receptionist at Lavish Salon and Spa in Mayville.  She plans on taking her boards along with her classmates on Nov. 6, 2017 so she is ready to start working on clients as soon as she graduates in December 2017. Continue reading

The “Junior” class in Moraine Park Technical College’s cosmetology program is wrapping up their first eight weeks by coloring each others hair!  This is always exciting because they get to do anything they want and get to practice on a real person versus a manikin.  Check out some photos of the fun! Continue reading

This week the Senior students get a glimpse of what the State Board exam is like.  Every Cosmetology class participates in this mock board test so they are prepared when they take the actual test.  A couple days before the mock test, students pack the supplies needed to complete the test.  There are specific guidelines and processes that have to be followed.   Continue reading