# Bellus Academy > Bellus Academy is an accredited beauty and wellness post-secondary institution empowering aspiring professionals with advanced education in cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, and nail technology. Accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences (NACCAS). Owner and CEO: Lynelle Lynch, founder of the Beauty Changes Lives Foundation. ## Contact - Admissions: 888-990-7094 - Website: https://www.bellusacademy.edu - Request Info: https://www.bellusacademy.edu/get-info-now/ ## Campus Locations ### Chula Vista, CA - Address: 970 Broadway, Chula Vista, CA 91911 - Phone: 619-474-6607 - Programs: Advanced Cosmetology, Barbering, Barbering Cosmetology, Cosmetology Foundation, Spa Nail Technician, Esthetics & Esthetics 103 ### El Cajon, CA - Address: 1073 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021 - Phone: 619-442-3407 - Programs: Advanced Cosmetology, Cosmetology Foundation, Spa Nail Technician, Esthetics & Esthetics 103 ### Poway, CA - Address: 13266 Poway Rd, Poway, CA 92064 - Phone: 858-748-1490 - Programs: Advanced Cosmetology, Barbering, Barbering Cosmetology, Cosmetology Foundation, Spa Nail Technician, Esthetics & Esthetics 103 ### Manhattan, KS - Address: 1130 Westloop Pl, Manhattan, KS 66502 - Phone: 785-539-1837 - Programs: Cosmetology & Cosmetology 102, Esthetics & Esthetics 102, Nail Technology ## Programs - [Advanced Cosmetology](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/program/advanced-cosmetology/): Combines foundational knowledge in hair, nails, and skincare with advanced technical training in cut, color, hair extensions, and eyelash extensions. Available at Chula Vista, El Cajon, and Poway campuses. - [Barbering](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/program/barbering/): Highly curated program that develops technical and entrepreneurial skills for future barber professionals. Available at Chula Vista and Poway campuses. - [Barbering Cosmetology](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/program/barber-cosmetology/): Prepares students for both Barbering and Cosmetology state license exams for a competitive edge. Available at Chula Vista and Poway campuses. - [Cosmetology Foundation](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/program/cosmetology/): Foundational cosmetology training with technical skills in cut, color, skincare and nails. Available at Chula Vista, El Cajon, and Poway campuses. - [Cosmetology & Cosmetology 102](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/program/cosmetology-102/): Foundational cosmetology training in hair, nails, and skincare with advanced technical skills in cut, color, makeup artistry, and extensions. Cosmetology program available at the Manhattan, KS campus. - [Esthetics & Esthetics 102](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/program/esthetics/): Practical training in facial treatments, hair removal, makeup application, and more. Available at Manhattan, KS campus. - [Esthetics & Esthetics 103](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/program/esthetics-advanced-103/): Practical esthetics training with instruction from licensed instructors. Available at Chula Vista, El Cajon, and Poway campuses. - [Nail Technology](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/program/nail-technology/): Manicuring techniques, artificial nails, and hands-on experience in the supervised Student Salon and Spa. Available at Manhattan, KS campus. - [Spa Nail Technician](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/program/spa-nails/): First program in the nation to go beyond basic manicuring, adding spa treatment training demanded by luxury salons and spas. Available at Chula Vista, El Cajon, and Poway campuses. ## Admissions & Financial Aid - [How to Apply](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/apply-now/) - [Financial Aid](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/financial-aid/) - [FAFSA](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/fafsa/) - [Military Benefits](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/military-benefits/) - [Scholarships](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/scholarship/) ## Student Salon & Spa Each campus operates a supervised Student Salon & Spa where students train on real clients under licensed instructor supervision. - [Chula Vista Salon & Spa](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/location/chula-vista-ca/salon-spa/) - [El Cajon Salon & Spa](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/location/el-cajon-ca/salon-spa/) - [Poway Salon & Spa](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/location/poway-ca/salon-spa/) - [Manhattan Salon & Spa](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/location/manhattan-ks/salon-spa/) ## About - [Why Choose Bellus Academy](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/about-bellus/) - [Awards & Recognition](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/awards-and-recognition/) - [Career Services](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/career-services/) - [Beauty Blog](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/blog/) - [FAQ](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/beauty-school-frequently-asked-questions/) - [Consumer & Student Disclosures](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/consumer-and-student-disclosures/) - [Student Kits](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/student-kit/) - [Transcript Request](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/transcript-request/) - [Beauty School vs College](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/beauty-school-vs-college/) - [Advanced Education Courses](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/advanced-education/) - [Membership & Accreditation](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/membership-and-accreditation/) - [Privacy Policy](https://www.bellusacademy.edu/privacy-policy/) ## Key Differentiators - Accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences (NACCAS) - Financial aid and scholarships available for qualifying students - Business and marketing curriculum included (Fast Trak, Financial Literacy, Money Pro by Qnity) - Mental health & wellness support through the Vitality Project - Students train on real clients in supervised Student Salon & Spa environments - Award-winning educators; students compete nationally and internationally (Wella TrendVision, Sassoon Connection, America's Beauty Show) - iPad provided for digital learning platform access - Career services department for post-graduation support - Some programs offer hybrid courses (online + onsite hands-on learning) - Community service involvement including the Cut It Out domestic abuse awareness program - Gold Award for Excellence in Community Service (2017, 2018) ## Industry Partners Wella, Nioxin, Professional Sebastian, Keratin Complex, Repechage, OPI, Borboleta, Circadia, ghd, Dermalogica, American Hairlines, Skin Authority, Dermodality, Dream Catchers, Pivot Point, Milady, Prosper U, Qnity, Beautista, ASCP, MUD Make-Up Designory, Mizutani, Reuzel ## Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/BellusAcademy/) - [Twitter/X](https://twitter.com/BellusAcademy/) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/bellusacademy/) - [Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/bellusacademy/) - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/BellusAcademy/) - [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/bellus-academy/)