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Our Programs

The Institute of Beauty is dedicated to empowering aspiring natural hair professionals through high-quality education, hands-on training, and industry mentorship. Our mission is to cultivate skilled, confident, and business-savvy natural hairstylists who are equipped to thrive in the beauty industry. We emphasize both technical expertise and professional development, ensuring that students graduate prepared for success.

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Natural Hair Stylist

(On-Campus)

Transform your passion for natural hair into a rewarding career with The Institute of Beauty’s Natural Hair Stylist Program, Tennessee’s first freestanding Natural Hair Care School. Our 15-week, 300-hour program offers in-person, part-time training, combining classroom instruction with supervised salon experience.

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Natural Hair Stylist

(Hybrid)

The IOBTN Night Hybrid/Apprenticeship Program is a 15-week, 300-hour course designed for those seeking a flexible path to becoming a licensed Natural Hair Stylist. This program blends online theory with hands-on salon training, ensuring students receive both foundational knowledge and real-world experience.

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Professional Educator

The IOBTN Professional Educator Program is designed for licensed beauty professionals who want to transition into teaching and mentoring the next generation of stylists. This 15-week program provides a structured pathway to becoming a licensed instructor, equipping participants with essential teaching methodologies, curriculum development skills, and hands-on classroom management experience.

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Career Paths

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A license from The Institute of Beauty opens the door to more than a job—it’s a path to creative freedom, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Whether you’re behind the chair, behind the scenes, or leading in the classroom, our graduates shape the future of natural hair care across industries.

Natural Hair Stylist Career Paths

  • Salon Stylist
  • Mobile Stylist

  • Editorial & Runway Stylist

  • Celebrity or Personal Stylist

  • Natural Hair Consultant

  • Product Developer

  • TV & Film Stylist

  • Wig & Extension Specialist

  • Trichology Assistant

  • Social Media Influencer / Content Creator

  • Salon Owner

Natural Hair Educator Career Paths

  • Beauty School Educator

  • Salon Trainer

  • State Board Examiner

  • Workshop & Seminar Leader

  • Curriculum Developer

  • Mentor / Coach

  • Business Owner

  • Consultant for Brands & Schools

Career Paths

A license from The Institute of Beauty opens the door to more than a job—it’s a path to creative freedom, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Whether you’re behind the chair, behind the scenes, or leading in the classroom, our graduates shape the future of natural hair care across industries.

Bernadette Murphy Bee Styles Educator DSC08037

Natural Hair Stylist Career Paths

  • Salon Stylist
  • Mobile Stylist

  • Editorial & Runway Stylist

  • Celebrity or Personal Stylist

  • Natural Hair Consultant

  • Product Developer

  • TV & Film Stylist

  • Wig & Extension Specialist

  • Trichology Assistant

  • Social Media Influencer / Content Creator

  • Salon Owner

Natural Hair Instructor Career Paths

  • Beauty School Educator

  • Salon Trainer

  • State Board Examiner

  • Workshop & Seminar Leader

  • Curriculum Developer

  • Mentor / Coach

  • Business Owner

  • Consultant for Brands & Schools

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