How to open courses or a school for beauty masters

Do you have an intense love for beauty and a desire to impart your knowledge to others? Creating your own classes or beauty masters school could be a fulfilling endeavor. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a driven novice in the beauty industry, sharing your knowledge and abilities with others can be a rewarding experience.

Establishing a beauty school or course entails more than just dispensing advice. It necessitates preparation, coordination, and a distinct idea of what you wish to provide. There are numerous things to think about, such as selecting the ideal location, creating a curriculum, hiring certified teachers, and promoting your programs.

We’ll walk you through each of the crucial steps in starting a beauty education business in this article. Everything from developing a curriculum and adhering to legal requirements to drawing students and building your brand will be covered. Continue reading to find out how to pursue your dream of becoming a professional teacher if you’re prepared to do so.

Types of training

There are two categories into which all organizations that offer master classes, courses, seminars, and lessons fall:

• with a license;
• without a license.

If you meet the requirements for these kinds of activities, both options are lawful.

Schools with a license

These establishments offer instructional services. The legal definition of education is the process by which knowledge is imparted by a teacher to a student and then assimilated; this definition implies a final exam or certification. The student receives a document from the state based on the exam results.

• diploma;
• certificate;
• certificate.

A document that attests to knowledge gained, professional proficiency, and qualification assignment is one that the state issues. A diploma or certificate attests to the student’s educational background in the selected field.

Classes are conducted in accordance with a pre-prepared curriculum that has been approved by the Ministry of Education’s Department as part of the educational process.

Without a license

Businesses that offer master classes, seminars, and courses but lack a license are not teaching; instead, they are offering services.

These kinds of institutions don’t give credentials, don’t hold tests or certify students based on their academic performance, and don’t provide official state documentation. In this instance, training and educational services are offered.

The existence or lack of an educational license does not, by itself, imply that the school or its courses are of poor or excellent quality. Actually, paid services are offered in both situations.

We looked at the training process using the example of a manicurist; this also holds true for other beauty professionals:

How to teach: with or without a license

Teachers are prompted to consider obtaining a license by a restricted list of rights of organizations without one. In actuality, students no longer find that state diplomas, certifications, or other educational requirements are crucial.

When an employer hires a master, they consider:

• the number of courses completed, without an emphasis on the nature of the training – education or service;
• the quality of the master"s work.

State diplomas or certificates, in other words, are optional for the master and the prospective employer, provided that the latter already has a basic education. Schools choose not to obtain licenses and to teach without them because obtaining permission for educational activities is a time-consuming and costly process.

How to get a license

Getting a license to teach is a time-consuming and labor-intensive process. If you have made the decision to do so, read Federal Law No. 273-FZ, "On Education," first.

The terms of the activity’s license are outlined in Law No. 273-FZ, Article 91:

• premises. This can be property or rent, the main thing is that there is a document confirming the right to use;
• educational programs. Programs are developed by the organization independently and submitted along with the rest of the package of documents;
• teachers with specialized education. They must have the skills that are spelled out in the GOST for this type of service. For nail services – GOST R 58091-2018, for hairdressers – GOST R 51142-98;
• availability of a SEZ, sanitary and epidemiological conclusion. You need to get a SEZ from Rospotrebnadzor. To obtain it, you need to prepare an application for the issuance of a SEZ, the results of sanitary and epidemiological examinations and studies.
• a conclusion from the Ministry of Emergency Situations on the compliance of a building and premises with fire safety.

Provided to the Ministry of Education’s territorial department are the necessary paperwork, a license application, and a receipt for the state fee. A 30-to 40-day review period is in place for applications.

How to teach without a license

To instruct without obtaining a license:

1. Register as an individual entrepreneur. In the application, indicate the OKVED code 85.41. As additional ones, you can indicate 96.02 and 47.75.
2. Select the form of taxation;
3. Find and equip the premises in accordance with SanPiN for organizations providing household services.

Steer clear of any criteria that could lead to the classification of your work as educational:

• do not use the combinations “received a profession”, “qualification awarded”. Courses are not educational activities and cannot assign a profession to a student;
• Do not conduct certifications and exams – this is one of the main signs of education;
• do not promise to issue state-issued certificates;
• do not position your activities as educational. This applies to advertising, contracts and the very presentation of information within the course.

Make it clear to students at the end of a contract that you are offering a consulting service when discussing work procedures and techniques. A student may file a statement under Article 14.17, "Deception of the Consumer," with Rospotrebnadzor if she believes the procedure is incorrect.

Issuance of certificates and diplomas

A certificate that is given out at a course by an organization without a license to teach is not a document; it is merely verification of the speaker’s veracity and has no legal standing.

Only accredited educational institutions are permitted to award diplomas, certificates, and state certifications. This certificate attests to the student’s completion of the course and his acquisition of the necessary knowledge, as demonstrated by his performance on an exam or certification project.

Certificate of internal sample

Similar to a certificate, an internal sample certificate is one that was independently established by the organization. It can be issued by any organization; supervisory organizations’ consent is not necessary.

According to the certificate:

• that the student "completed the course", "completed the master class", "attended the seminar" on a given topic;
• Student"s full name;
• date of completion;
• organization name.

One individual entrepreneur, who is either the studio and salon owner or a representative designated by him, signs the certificate. If the business owner is unable to sign certificates in person all the time, they can create a facsimile, which is a seal that mimics a signature. Organizations that hold seals can order facsimiles.

State-issued documents

An education license is required to issue educational documents that are issued by the state. A teacher can offer instructional services and subsequently receive a diploma in one of two ways:

1. Obtain a license for your activities;
2. Become a representative of an organization that has a license in your city. That is, you agree with the organization that you will be a representative of their school in your city. They make changes to the license, adding your address there, and you calmly teach. In this case, the student will sign the contract with the Moscow organization, and you will be the director of the branch.

Alternative legal frameworks for handling official state records. not a model.

The diploma shows:

• the name of the educational institution;
• a unique number of the diploma, certificate or certificate;
• full name of the student;
• the direction in which the retraining, promotion or training was carried out;
• date;
• signature of the director and the seal of the organization.

An appendix detailing the subjects covered and the outcomes of the exam work is also included with diplomas.

More than just a love of manicures and pedicures are needed to start a school or courses for beauty masters; meticulous planning and a distinct vision are also necessary. You’ll need to decide who your target market is, find the ideal space and tools, develop a thorough curriculum, and select qualified teachers. In addition, attracting students and developing a successful program depend heavily on managing legal requirements and creating effective marketing strategies. You can realize your dream of a successful beauty education company by laying a strong foundation in these areas.

Contracts

Within the establishment where the classes are offered, there are two categories of agreements:

• with teachers;
• with students.

Contract with a teacher

You must come to an agreement with a teacher if you intend to quit this job or if you do not intend to teach in a school.

Two categories of contracts exist:

• labor. Classic labor contract, as with a full-time employee. You will have to deduct taxes, insurance premiums from the teacher, and also pay him a salary, even when the training studio is recruiting groups or is idle without students;
• civil law. A contract for work implies a short-term provision of services, in our case – conducting courses. A civil law contract with an individual also obliges the employer to make tax deductions. If the teacher is registered as an individual entrepreneur, then he makes the deductions himself.

Signing a civil law contract is more advantageous financially because only the services that are rendered are compensated for.

Teachers are only officially hired under an employment contract if they have a license.

Contract with students

With students, a service provision contract is finalized.

In the agreement, note:

• passport data of the student, as well as the organization"s data – TIN, OGRNIP;
• name of the courses and their duration;
• amount of services rendered;
• circumstances under which the payment is returned in full or in part;
• terms for filing claims, for example, 1 day from the date of completion of the courses.

Make sure to sign the certificate of completion of work upon receiving it at the end of the courses to safeguard yourself against potential complaints from customers. Its form needs to be in the contract’s appendix.

The act attests to the fact that the customer has no grievances regarding the caliber of the service. Claims made after signing the act are not recognized.

Answers to questions

I came across a notice stating that a nearby school holds classes under legal teaching authority. Tell me if this is the case.

"The right to teach" is merely a marketing gimmick. Everyone has the right to teach if they have the necessary training and motivation. It is not awarded through coursework at a facility or school, but rather by the laws of the Russian Federation.

If your organization does not have an educational license, is it illegal to refer to it as a "school" or "institute"?

When an organization refers to itself as a school, academy, or institute, it is inferring that it engages in educational activities; consequently, supervisory organizations may question why the organization does not have an educational license in this instance. Although they might notice it during the inspection, it cannot be considered a flagrant infraction. It is advised to stay away from using "educational" terms in the titles because there is a chance that Antimonopoly Service staff won’t notice them or they might come up during an inspection.

I was given the opportunity to sign a contract as an independent business owner with a company that is authorized to conduct instructional programs. I will train individuals and provide a state diploma to the organization with which I have an agreement, in accordance with the terms of the agreement. What is the legality of this?

An organization based at a certain address is granted a license to conduct educational activities. It can only offer educational services there. As a result, they are unable to use their license somewhere else—in this example, your studio. Such a plan is not permitted.

If our classes meet once a week, how can we get into a civil law agreement with our teacher? Every time, sign a new document.

An agreement for a month can be signed all at once. You and the teacher sign the act to end the term and start a new one for an additional month.

Do my manicure course students need medical books?

The student needs to have a medical book if they will be practicing on real models. This rule is frequently disregarded because it would be dangerous to make the student run around SES and medical facilities. First and foremost, the organizer will be held accountable if an infection develops during the courses.

What specifications apply to the location where the courses will be held?

The same is true for businesses that offer eyelash extensions, haircuts, manicures, and pedicures. Follow SanPiN 2.1.2.2631-10 as a guide when selecting and furnishing a room.

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17 comments on “How to open courses or a school for beauty masters”

Diana

Hi there. I want to start a school where students can take courses in "Aesthetic Cosmetology" and "Nursing in Cosmology" separately. Is a certificate in "General Medicine" and courses in "Aesthetic Cosmetology" sufficient to begin teaching? And what hygienic regulations ought the premises to adhere to. I’m grateful in advance.

Eugene

Hi there! Perhaps my query will be viewed as foolish! Additionally, I am not allowed to use the word "learning" in any kind of advertisement to draw people to my "seminars."

EditorsOlga

Hi, could you please tell me if a teacher’s diploma is required to begin teaching manicure courses? And may I offer certificates with or without a seal, AND.P.? Regards

Editors

Hello, Olga!
If you plan to conduct training, then you, as a teacher, need a corresponding state diploma – such are issued by many licensed manicure schools. Also, you need to register an individual entrepreneur (or LLC) and get a license for educational activities. Without an educational license, by law, you can only give consultations or conduct seminars, that is, carry out activities in which there are no criteria and signs of educational activities. That is, to exchange experience, so to speak. As for certificates – you can, of course, issue them even after the "exchange of experience", but here it is also important not to use educational formulations "completed the course", "studied the topic", "awarded a qualification" and so on. If you do not have a license, and your activities show characteristic features of the educational process – for example, formulations in certificates or contracts with students, then you will be fined.

Stella

Greetings for the evening. We intend to open a cosmetics school and studio for estheticians. Do I need a license? Regards

Editorial staff

Hi there, Stella! Yes, since this will be an educational activity, a school must obtain a license. Only consultations or one-time seminars are acceptable forms of unlicensed work.

Nadezhda

Can I begin teaching manicure courses as a self-employed individual, and is it necessary for me to complete training and obtain a state diploma in order to teach?

Editorial staff

Hello, Nadezhda! You will not be able to conduct full-fledged training as a self-employed person, even with a diploma for the right to teach. Educational activities are subject to mandatory licensing. It is impossible to obtain a license while self-employed – you need to register an individual entrepreneur or a legal entity. If we are talking about short-term courses in the form of seminars or consultations without issuing diplomas, without final certifications, without assigning qualifications to students, then you can work without a diploma and license, as a self-employed person. The main thing is to make sure that your activities do not contain the defining features of educational – they are described in the article.

Lyudmila

Salutations for the afternoon! Please let me know if there are plans to offer cosmetology courses and whether opening them will require the efforts of a single entrepreneur.

Igor

Hi there, a crucial question is where to look for students, especially among manicure and pedicure experts who wish to learn new skills for themselves—like how to do a smart pedicure in 40 minutes, etc.

Editorial team

Hello, Igor! Yes, this is the most important question. The general approach, as in all areas of business – study the audience, collect the audience (for example, in Instagram and VK), try different channels of interaction with it. For example:
1. Launch targeted advertising for manicurists – in Instagram,
2. Make a mailing list on social networks.
3. Order advertising on thematic sites
4. look at chats, forums of masters – tell about yourself there
5. Directly with beauty salons – you can make an offer to beauty salons – write to the owners of the salons or arrange a personal meeting and offer to improve the qualifications of employees. You can find other teachers in this field, for example, those who teach only manicure and offer mutual PR – you will tell your students where to take manicure courses, and your partners about your pedicure courses. It is difficult in the beginning, further, with a good level of services, some customers will come according to the recommendations + there will be cases and reviews real.

LanaEditorsElena

Could you please let me know if there are any prerequisites for the length of the courses? Take the course "Cosmetics-aesthetics of 4 categories," for instance. What is the ideal duration? Offers range from sixty to three hundred hours. Regards

Editors

Good afternoon, Elena! There are no prerequisites for the length of the courses. Even in professional standards 33.002, "Specialist for the provision of household cosmetic services," there are no specific hours required for training; only general requirements are listed. It is probably preferable to place more emphasis on the caliber of instruction rather than the quantity of hours taught. This includes the teacher’s professionalism and experience, the range of topics covered, the volume and caliber of practical classes, and so on.

Lyudmila

Step	Description
1. Research	Look into the beauty industry to understand the demand, competition, and trends. This will help you tailor your courses to what people want.
2. Plan Your Curriculum	Create a detailed plan for what you will teach. Include basic and advanced techniques, safety protocols, and any business skills needed.
3. Get Qualified	Ensure you or your instructors have the necessary certifications and experience in beauty and teaching.
4. Find a Location	Choose a suitable location that is accessible and has enough space for classrooms and practice areas.
5. Obtain Permits	Check local regulations and get the necessary permits and licenses to operate a training school.
6. Purchase Equipment	Buy high-quality tools and materials for students to practice with. This could include manicure and pedicure kits, chairs, and hygiene supplies.
7. Market Your School	Create a marketing plan to attract students. Use social media, local ads, and partnerships with beauty salons to spread the word.
8. Enroll Students	Set up an easy-to-use enrollment system, and offer flexible scheduling options to accommodate different needs.
9. Start Teaching	Begin classes according to your curriculum, and continuously gather feedback to improve the learning experience.
10. Evaluate and Adjust	Regularly review your courses and make adjustments based on student feedback and industry changes to keep your school relevant and effective.

Establishing your own nail and pedicure salon or beauty school can be a thrilling and fulfilling endeavor. It’s not only about imparting your knowledge; it’s also about making room for fresh talent to grow. Your love of beauty can become a successful educational endeavor with careful planning and a clear vision.

First, creating a thorough business plan is crucial to laying a strong foundation. Your objectives, target market, curriculum, and financial estimates should all be included in this plan. Making decisions and staying on track with your project will be made easier if you know what you want to accomplish and how you’ll get there.

Next, it’s crucial to find the ideal space and furnish a cozy, functional classroom. The setting should be welcoming and supportive of learning, representing the caliber of instruction you hope to deliver. Purchasing top-notch equipment and supplies will improve your students’ educational experience.

Finally, developing a reputation for excellence and doing effective marketing will be necessary to draw in students. Spread the word via word-of-mouth, local advertising, and social media. Introducing new students to your program or running exclusive sales can also generate interest and expand your enrollment.

Your beauty school can grow into a reputable establishment where aspirant beauty masters acquire essential skills and knowledge with commitment and a quality-focused approach. Accept the difficulties and benefits that come with this endeavor, and take pleasure in helping to shape the direction the beauty industry will take.

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