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Student Member Benefits

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PBA events Discounts

Members save up to 50% on PBA event tickets, entry and application fees! Plus, enjoy member only presales.

Beacon, An Elite Student Program

PBA's Beacon is an elite program for students that provides top beauty industry students with a unique opportunity to gain career insights from leading beauty influencers and network with owners from the most prestigious salons across the United States. 
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Nov 16 & 17, 2022

Executive Summit

Join over 300 beauty industry thought leaders, top executives and influencers at the PBA Executive Summit, to explore best practices and case studies that challenge conventional wisdom.
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NAHA

The North American Hairstyling Awards is the most prestigious professional beauty competition in North America and honors the salon industry’s top artists – who push the boundaries of skill and creativity.
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scholarships

DEADLINE: March 31, 2023

PBA LIFETIME MEMBER

  • PBA Member only opportunity! Apply now if you're a PBA Preferred or Student Member. Not a member? Join Now!
  • Application Deadline is March 31, 2023
  • Sponsored by the Joseph L. Weir Trust
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DEADLINE: October 1, 2022

ROSY SALON SOFTWARE

  • For Students currently enrolled in a cosmetology, barber or an esthetics program.
  • Application Deadline is October 1, 2022
  • Two (2) $250 scholarships available 
  • Sponsored by Rosy Salon Software
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DEADLINE: October 15, 2022

KENDALL ONG MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

  • For licensed cosmetologists for industry-related continuing education
  • Application deadline is October 15, 2022
  • Three (3) - $500 scholarships available
  • Sponsored by the friends and family of Kendall Ong
 
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Beauty Changes Lives

Are you looking for additional scholarship opportunities? The Beauty Changes Lives Organization has awarded over 500 scholarships to beauty and wellness professionals with the goal of elevating the perception of the beauty industry as a viable and rewarding career choice
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PBA virtual Education

Stylist & Students

We've worked with top educators to put together the continuing education you need to stay on top of the latest trends, styles and more! Whether it's technical education or financial help you're looking for, we have what you need to continue to grow and develop your art.
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Business of 1

These classes are designed for Business of 1 Members to help you grow your business, build your skills and enhance your career! Take advantage of all your Business of 1 Membership can offer with these sessions that will challenge you and help you achieve your goals.
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Barbers

Never stop learning! Grow your artistry with these custom classes designed to help you bring new styles and ideas to your clients as well as focus on your finances. Check out our EXCLUSIVE Barber classes now!
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SALON & SPA OWNERS

We know the challenges of owning a business and we're here to help! Join us for a business focused series or one of our technical sessions to help you grow in all aspects of your business. No matter your focus, we have what you need to help you be successful! 
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Insurance marketplace

Whether you're an aspiring student, an independent contractor, or even own your own salon, spa, or barbershop - you want to be assured that you're fully covered with medical, dental, vision, and salon liability insurance.

Professional Liability (Individual)

  • A+ rated insurance carrier
  • One policy for multiple services
  • Licensed in all 50 states
  • Professional liability policy $96
  • Free Additional Insureds for PBA members
     
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Salon/Spa Liability (Business)

  • Affordable solutions for business owners
  • Premiums starting at $1,000
  • Complimentary business analysis
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Student Liability

  • A+ rated insurance carrier
  • One policy for multiple services
  • Licensed in all 50 states
  • Student liability policy $67
  • Free Additional Insureds for PBA members
     
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Health, Dental & Vision

  • Full choice of (PPO) providers nationwide
  • Next day effective dates if desired
  • Large variety of plan designs
 
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Telehealth

Mobile Healthcare & Therapy with board certified primary care physicians & licensed mental health therapists available to you 24/7/365, nationwide.
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Product Liability

Do you sell products directly to clients? This policy might be right for you! This coverage is for claims for a product recall and the loss of revenue, someone after an allergic reaction to the product, etc.
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*Product availability and rates vary by state and individual circumstances. Health insurance not currently available in AK, CT, HI, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VT, WA

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Become a Beauty Advocate

It's important for every professional to understand the key issues affecting our industry. Becoming a Beauty Advocate is a great way to be more connected and help keep our industry professional!
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Cut It Out

CUT IT OUT® The Beauty Community Against Domestic Abuse is a program dedicated to mobilizing salon / spa professionals, students and others to fight the epidemic of domestic abuse in communities across the United States. Learn how to get involved today!
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Disaster Relief Fund

CUT IT OUT® The Beauty Community Against Domestic Abuse is a program dedicated to mobilizing salon / spa professionals, students and others to fight the epidemic of domestic abuse in communities across the United States. Learn how to get involved today!
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Member Spotlights

Hear from our Members! Learn how PBA has provided them with tools to build their business, support in the industry and so much more. 
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2020 Legislative Update

September 15, 2020

Michigan House Bill 5819

Summary: will allow anyone to practice barbering, cosmetology, manicuring, esthetics, electrology, and operating a cosmetology or barber school WITHOUT a license or training and will remove the state board of cosmetology and state board of barber examiners.

Status: Introduced, referred to House Regulatory Reform Committee

Take Action- https://p2a.co/MJC91ns

 

Michigan House Bill 5438

Summary: will completely deregulate barbering

Status: Introduced, referred to House Regulatory Reform Committee

Take Action- https://p2a.co/dbuppqo

 

Tennessee House Bill 1945 and Senate Bill 1914

Summary: will allow any person to practice cosmetology without a license as long as the provider enters into a written contract with the client to waive all liability that may arise from the provider's performance
Status: Failed

There is a possibility these measures will be reintroduced next year.

 

Illinois House Bill 5558

Summary: will allow any individual to practice cosmetology, esthetics, nail technology, and barbering without a license

Status: Legislature recessed until 11/20

 

Rhode Island House Bill 7484

Summary: will drastically reduce educational requirements, lowering cosmetology education to 600, manicurist to 200, esthetics to 300, and barbering to 600

Status: Legislature Recessed

 

Minnesota House File 3202 and Senate File 2898

Summary: will allow anyone to shampoo, condition, dress, dry, style, flat iron, curl, and arrange hair without a license

Status: Passed (Senate File 2898)

 

Oklahoma Senate Bill 1166

Summary: will allow anyone to shampoo, dress, dry, style, wave, curl, and arrange hair WITHOUT a license or training

Status: Failed

 

Utah House Bill 410

Summary: will allow anyone to shampoo, condition, dress, dry, style, flat iron, curl, and arrange hair without a license or training

Status: Failed

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