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Can a Cosmetology Student Receive Financial Aid?

Yes, cosmetology and beauty school students may be able to receive financial aid if they attend an eligible school and qualify for aid. Phagans School of Hair Design participates in federal financial aid programs, and financial aid is available to those who qualify in all of our programs. Students interested in financial aid can start by completing the FAFSA® and using Phagans’ school code, 012350.

Financial Option Available at Phagans? What to Know:

Federal Pell Grants
Yes, for those who qualify
Federal grants are generally based on financial need and typically do not need to be repaid.

Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans
Yes, for those who qualify
Federal student loans are borrowed funds that must be repaid.

Parent PLUS Loans
Yes, for those who qualify
Federal loans that eligible parents may use to help pay education …

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Phagans All-Star: Dinah Ritchey

We can’t think of anything better than when a Phagans graduate follows their dreams and has a successful career. It was an obvious choice to have Dinah Ritchey as our first choice to be our Phagans All-Star! Dinah is a wonderful example of chasing your dreams and never giving up on yourself. Dinah graduated from Phagans in 2003 with a full cosmetology license, and right after dove into her career that led to her owning her successful salon, Urban Colorz. It was awesome to be able to take some time out of the our day and chat with Dinah about how she turned her passion into a successful career.

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Our Favorite Hair Colors for 2018

It’s 2018, and it’s officially time to book your next hair color appointment. You need a change like we all do. After 2017 we have all decided that it’s time to just take it easy. That means laid back colors, though that’s not to say that these colors won’t stop traffic. Each year we take a step further into our creativity. We express ourselves creativity from head to toe. This year we expect to see hundreds of ways to creatively dye our hair. Today we have gathered some of our favorite looks.

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Why a Phagans Barbering Education is Unique

A Phagans barbering education combines hair theory, hands-on training, customer service, and preparation to sit for Oregon’s barbering licensing exam. At Phagans School of Hair Design in Happy Valley, the 786-hour Barbering program gives students opportunities to learn hair cutting, styling, shampooing, scalp health, and other barbering skills before practicing technical and customer service skills on the clinic floor. Students can also develop their own approach to barbering while learning in an environment that isn’t affiliated with one particular beauty brand.

What makes the Phagans Barbering program unique?

Phagans’ Barbering program combines technical education with theory, practical experience, customer service, and professional development. Students progress through levels of training as they complete required hours, operations, and written and practical evaluations.

The program consists of 786 hours and is …

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What is Cosmetology School Like?

Cosmetology school combines classroom education with hands-on practice so students can learn beauty theory, develop technical skills, and prepare to sit for applicable state licensing exams. At Phagans School of Hair Design in Happy Valley, Oregon, what your day looks like depends on your program and how far you’ve progressed in your training. New students can spend more time learning fundamentals in the classroom, while more advanced students can practice their skills on the clinic floor under instructor supervision.

What is cosmetology school actually like?

Cosmetology school is a combination of learning beauty theory and putting that knowledge into practice. Rather than spending your entire education sitting in a traditional classroom, you can progress from learning foundational concepts to practicing technical and customer service skills.

Your experience will …

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Phagans in the Community: the Power of Giving Back

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What can you learn in beauty school? Some examples include haircutting, styling, coloring, nails, facials, makeup artistry, and much more! At Phagans School of Hair Design, we want our students to learn all of these things and grow to become stronger members of the community.

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Meet the Owner of Phagans: Barbara Climaldi

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Phagans School of Hair Design has been around for 75 years. It has a long tradition of excellence. Each and every member of the Phagans team is dedicated to making the learning experience at Phagans fabulous for the students. The captain of the Phagans team is the owner, Barbara Climaldi.

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Steps to Enrolling at Phagan’s School of Hair Design

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Enrolling at Phagans School of Hair Design starts with learning about the school, exploring your program options, and meeting with a Career Planner who can walk you through the admissions process. From touring the Happy Valley campus to gathering your application materials and discussing how to pay for school, each step can help you make an informed decision about your beauty education. If you’re considering hair design, esthetics, barbering, nail technology, or one of our dual programs, the Phagans admissions team can help you understand what comes next.

How do you enroll at Phagans School of Hair Design?

The enrollment process at Phagans gives prospective students an opportunity to learn about the school before making their decision. You’ll be able to explore your program options, tour the …

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Treat Yourself: Spa Day Suggestions

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Life can get crazy. It’s important to slow down and take some time to relax every once in awhile. What better way to do that than a spa day? You can use that time to unwind, destress, and beautify! Here’s a few suggestions for your next spa day:

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What is Esthetics and Why is it a Great Career?

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Esthetics is the study and practice of skincare, including treatments designed to care for the skin, temporary hair removal, makeup, body treatments, and other beauty services. For someone who is especially interested in skincare rather than hair or nails, esthetics offers a more focused path within the beauty industry. At Phagans School of Hair Design in Happy Valley, Oregon, our 600-hour esthetics program combines classroom learning with practical experience to help students prepare to sit for the Oregon state licensing exam and pursue opportunities in the skincare industry.

What is esthetics?

Esthetics focuses primarily on the skin and the services used to care for it. While cosmetology covers several areas of beauty, including hair, skin, and nails, esthetics gives students the opportunity to concentrate specifically on skincare …

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Happy Valley, OR
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