Thursday, December 22, 2011

Happy Holidays from Shoreline School of Cosmetology!


We will be closed from December 22-26th. We will resume regular day and evening client services on December 27th.
Happy Holidays!

Monday, December 5, 2011

Is Your Hair & Skin Ready For The Holidays?

Shoreline School of Cosmetology is offering affordable hair and skin care services just in time for this holiday season. We know your busy and savings are important. We can help! You can get looking your best at the price you want. Call today for a hair cut for only $8, Haircolor for as low as $35 and an Esthetician facial for as low as $18.... and many more affordable services!
Call today and book your appointment at 831-423-5806

Monday, November 14, 2011

Welcome new students!


Help us welcome 19 new full time Cosmetology students in our next intake November 15th!

All SSC students must complete 1600 hrs of training to be eligible for graduation and state board license exam. Training will primarily focus on Cosmetology theory and hands-on practice and Employability Skills. The school is run like an actual salon. Lectures begin in the morning followed by hands-on training out on the floor with mannequins, models, and or clients.

Classes are 40 hours per week for 10 months for full time students and 20 hours per week for 20 months for half time students. Full time classes begin at 8:00-am -4:30pm. We require all students to have 75% or more on all exams and homework assignments and 90% attendance rating to be eligible for graduation. We expect students to make the necessary arrangements in their busy schedules to maintain a passing grade and excellent attendance.

If you have an interest in applying, please come to one of our informational forums every second Friday of the month at 3:30pm here at the school. For more information call Lauren at 831-423-5806 ext. 755

Call today!

Friday, October 21, 2011

Halloween Hair Stencil Makeover!


SSC is offering Halloween stencil hair art
Friday and Saturday October 28th-29th from 9am-2pm.
Hair stenciling allows you to create and apply temporary designs, using hair paints, glitter and wash out color. Want to spice up your Halloween costume this year? Then try out one of our stencil designs from our student stylists. We think you'll love the results.
Call today and book your appointment for Friday or Saturday October 28th-29th from 9am-2pm. Limited time only.
831-423-5806



Stencil designs


SSC instructor and Paul Mitchell educator Gretchen Threadgill teaches the art of hair stenciling to the students.


Hair stenciling- a very popular chevron design.

Thursday, October 20, 2011

Halloween Makeup for KSBW Commerical


Students Kristina Gomez and Cindy Razo provided makeup for our Goodwill's marketing efforts with KSBW during their holiday commercial.
Check out the process from start to finish below...










Great work ladies!

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Technical Training with Supercuts!


Our students received a technical training session on haircutting skills with salon managers from Supercuts. Erin, Kelly and Corrine will deliver on-going training to our students to help familiarize them on Supercuts skills training programs and job readiness skills at their highly popular salons.

Thursday, October 6, 2011

COME INTO THE SUNSHINE


The rain got you down? Come into the sunshine at Shoreline School of Cosmetology at 1550 41st Avenue in Capitola for our upcoming Haircut Week starting October 11th-15th 2011. Receive any one of our haircut services from our amazing student stylists for only $8.00!
Call today and book your next appointment at 831-423-5806.
We'll you soon!

Tuesday, September 6, 2011

High School Program begins today!


A great opportunity for career training while in high school!

Shoreline School of Cosmetology provides you with training in the areas of hair care, skin care,

manicuring andthe theory related to the Art and Science of Cosmetology. In partnership with the

Santa Cruz County Office of Education Regional Occupational Program (ROP),

Shoreline School of Cosmetology

offers a high school seniors-only Cosmetology class.

The high school program enables students to

complete the first 160-200 hours of the Adult Cosmetology Program.

If you are in 11th grade and are interested, you must attend an informational Forum at

Shoreline School of Cosmetology.

This is a required step to be considered for the program as a senior!

2011 – 2012 Forum Dates & Location

All informational Forums are the second Friday of each month from 3:30 – 4:30 pm*

Forum’s are held at the new Shoreline facility, 1550 41st Ave, Capitola, 423-5806


- Tuesday, September 13, 2011

- Friday, October 14, 2011

- Friday, November 11, 2011

- Friday, December 9, 2011

- Friday, January 13, 2012

- Friday, February 10, 2012

- Friday, March 9, 2012

- Friday, April 13, 2012


*Important: Summer Forum dates are for adults ONLY. High school students MUST attend a Forum

between September and April.

Requirements for entrance into Cosmetology program

· Attend a Forum.

· Return the Contact Sheet you receive from Shoreline School of Cosmetology to your

ROP Counselor after you attend a Forum.

· Maintain a 2.0 GPA.

· Complete high school math and science per-requisites

(varies by school but usually it’s Algebra I

plus two science classes, at least one Life Science and one Physical Science)

by end of your senior year.

· Maintain good attendance during high school.

· Do well at your Shoreline School of Cosmetology interview before your senior year.

Additional information

· The entire Cosmetology Program consists of 1600 hours and includes Level I,

the high school program up to

160-200 hours; Level II, 200 – 1000 of skill training; and Mock Board 1000+ hours

(students start seeing clients as part of the Salon).

· You will be graded on a Pass/Fail basis and will receive progress reports.

You will also earn a percentage grade.

· Class is held every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4:00 - 6:00 PM at the

Shoreline School of Cosmetology.

· You can earn 5 high school credits each semester.

Monday, August 29, 2011

BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL!


Get 1 service and get another one for 50% off! Offer lasts through September 10th, 2011. Call today and make an appointment: 831-423-5806.

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

More state board please....

Shoreline School of Cosmetology was proud to host state board instructor, tutor, and former state board proctor Nadene Bruders during her two-day supplemental training session with our students.
Our state board instructors have collaborated with Nadene to provide the best state board training in Santa Cruz county. We look forward in our on-going partnership with Nadene as we continue to increase the effectiveness of our programs here at the school. For information on Nadene visit her website!

Nadene Bruders

WCRSC Endless Summer Fashion Show

Women's Council of Realtors of Santa Cruz hosted this years 'Endless Summer' fashion show at the Elks Lodge in Santa Cruz August 17th, 2011. Shoreline School of Cosmetology was one of the proud beneficiaries of the event. School Manager Natalia Bonilla and Cosmetology student Patrick Valenzuela accepted the donation on behalf of the school, Shoreline Workforce Development Services and Goodwill Industries of Santa Cruz County.
Here are some of the highlights from the event...enjoy!


SSC student Patrick Valenzuela


Fashion Show






Thanks again Women's Council of Realtors of SC!


Friday, August 12, 2011

Introducing Gretchen Threadgill


We are pleased to announce the arrival of our new full time Cosmetology instructor Gretchen Threadgill. Gretchen has over 12 years of experience in the industry with over 6 years of experience as an educator for Paul Mitchell. Gretchen will be delivering our freshman level curriculum at Shoreline School of Cosmetology and will assist with client services on the floor with our student stylists. Gretchen has an in depth skill set with specific emphasis in haircutting, thermal styling, and Paul Mitchell color design and application. As an educator Gretchen is often regarded as highly engaging and knowledgeable with a vibrant flare all her own.
Gretchen is a strong addition to our team and we're excited to have her.
Welcome Gretchen!

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Cosmetology & Esthetics Evening Services!

Our new Cosmetology and Esthethics evening services are in full swing! We have a range of services to choose from and now at convenient evening hours.
Take a look at our Cosmetology brochure and Esthetics brochure for more information. *Note: Some Cosmetology services are not available in the evenings. Please inquire.

Our evening instructors are professional and current in today's progressive looks and standard education giving our students a broad spectrum of training that meet the needs of our clients.

Visit us this evening and bring a friend and ask about our referral cards! All regular clients who bring a new referral or customer will receive 30% off on their next service, and new customers will receive 20% off on their first service!

Call Shoreline School of Cosmetology today and make an appointment 831-423-5806.
See you soon!


Esthetics class in progress


Esthetics instructor Chris Allegri


Esthetics student performing services


Cosmetology student performing services


Cosmetology instructor Erin Grant