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PBA's Beacon is an elite program for students that provides top beauty school students an opportunity to be mentored by leading industry influencers, and create connections with owners from the most prestigious salons across the US.
Designed
to inspire and prepare students for a successful career, the Beacon program accepts a limited number of applicants each year.
Learn how you can be part of this career-changing experience that kicks off in Long Beach, CA in January
2022!
At Beacon, you'll connect with some of our industry's top experts, salon and spa owners, and influencers.
As a Beacon student, you will be a VIP guest at the International Salon + Spa Expo in Long Beach and attend the North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA).
Meet and network with the most influential professionals in the industry to help inspire and prepare you for your new career.
Beacon students gain national recognition and access to a network of thousands of top salons across the U.S.
Help your students find their path to success! Learn how your students can be part of this career-changing experience that kicks off in Long Beach, CA in January 2022!
Beacon alum, Fallyn Mireault gives the rundown on how to apply for Beacon!
Cosmetology, barber, esthetics and nail students who are enrolled in an accredited program as of July 7, 2021 are eligible. Recent graduates are also eligible if they were enrolled between July 7, 2021 to November 1, 2021.
Your portfolio and digital resume is the first impression for prospective employers. It should highlight your skill, experience, and showcase what sets you apart.
Let those who know you brag a little! Ask an instructor or employer to tell us what makes you great.
GET LETTER TIPS & REQUIREMENTS
Your social portfolio is essential to showing employers and clients your skills and expertise.
GET INSTAGRAM TIPS & REQUIREMENTS
We want to get to know you! Bring to life your excitement for Beacon 2022, introduce yourself, and let us know why you need part of the Beacon class of 2022.
GET VIDEO TIPS & REQUIREMENTS
Entry opens July 7, 2021 and your application must be submitted by November 1, 2021.
Download graphics to let everyone know you applied to Beacon! Be sure to tag #Beacon2022!
Join us for weekly webinars to hear first hand experiences from Beacon Alumni and industry experts, to learn how Beacon can ignite your career career in beauty!
For the health and safety of our attendees and staff, Beacon 2021 will transition into a digital program.
With this digital format, we are excited to announce new and amazing opportunities for this special class of 2021!Beacon was an amazing life changing experience for me! Everything went wrong in the days & weeks prior to me going, it was like something was trying to keep me from being there.... I am so glad I didn’t give up & made it! I may not have had but $50 to my name but I left there extremely wealthy! I hope to return as an alumni!