Nurture Your Talent - Master Your Craft

At Tuana, your journey in beauty begins with choice. Explore each program to see where your passion fits and how we can help you build a career you love.

Cosmetology

Tuana’s Cosmetology Program is a 1,500-hour, hands-on journey through every part of the beauty industry. From haircutting and coloring to skincare, makeup, and nails, students receive a complete education designed to prepare them for both the Colorado state licensing exam and a thriving professional career.

At Tuana, you’ll learn in small classes from specialized educators who bring real-world salon experience into every lesson. The curriculum blends European techniques with modern trends, giving you the skills and confidence to create your own signature style. Along the way, you’ll also build essential business and client-care skills—so you graduate ready to work behind the chair, manage a salon, or even open your own.

This program is ideal for creative minds who want to master every aspect of beauty and turn their passion into a lasting career. Upon completion of state boards you will be fully licensed to work as a hair stylist, esthetician, and nail technician.

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Hairstyling Program


Tuana’s Hairstyling Program focuses on mastering the art and science of hair. In this 1,200-hour hands-on program, students learn everything from foundational cutting, coloring, and styling techniques to advanced chemical services and modern trends.

Led by expert educators trained in both European and contemporary methods, this program emphasizes creativity, precision, and confidence behind the chair. You’ll gain real salon-floor experience while building a deep understanding of client care, consultation, and business readiness.

Whether your goal is to become a sought-after stylist, specialize in color and design, or one day run your own salon, Tuana’s Hairstyling Program gives you the technical skill and professional foundation to make it happen.

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Esthetician

At Tuana, becoming a licensed esthetician means developing both your technical skill and your professional confidence. Our Esthetics program blends classroom education with extensive hands-on experience in skincare, wellness, and client relations. You’ll learn everything from skin analysis, facial treatments, chemical exfoliation, and extractions, to lash and brow design, makeup artistry, and body waxing.

In addition to foundational skills, students receive advanced exposure to modern treatments and real-world spa operations. You’ll spend time working with actual clients in our on-site student spa, learning how to customize treatments, maintain strict sanitation standards, and create a professional client experience from start to finish.

Tuana’s licensed educators guide you every step of the way — ensuring you understand the science behind every ingredient, the anatomy of the skin, and the business knowledge needed to succeed after graduation. By the time you complete your required training hours, you’ll be prepared to pass your state board exam with confidence and step into your career as a results-driven esthetician.

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Nail Technician

At Tuana, becoming a licensed nail technician means mastering the art, science, and safety behind every nail service. Our comprehensive program combines theory, technique, and hands-on experience to help you build a strong foundation in natural and artificial nail care. You’ll learn manicure and pedicure procedures, nail enhancements, e-filing, nail art design, and proper sanitation practices that meet professional industry standards.

Students gain real-world experience working with clients in Tuana’s on-site student salon, where you’ll perfect your speed, precision, and professionalism while learning how to create customized, high-quality services. You’ll also develop the business and communication skills needed to build loyal clientele and thrive in salon or spa settings.

Tuana’s experienced instructors guide you through every step — from understanding nail anatomy and product chemistry to refining your artistry and safety standards. By the time you complete your required training hours, you’ll be fully prepared to pass your state board exam and begin your career as a confident, creative, and skilled nail professional.

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Admissions

The Tuana Academy team strives to stay abreast of the most current industry trends.

Our goal at Tuana Academy is to help students pursue their goals of becoming beauty professionals. We are here for them every step of the way, from considering enrollment to graduation and beyond! A huge part of the process is our amazing admissions team. All of them have experience as beauty professionals, salon owners, and educators. They know exactly what it takes to thrive in the beauty industry and can help students achieve their dreams. They bring their real-life experience to the classroom. Our educators strive to provide up-to-date information along with access to the latest technology. We design our curriculum to help make you marketable to future employers, not just to sit for an exam.

Meet Denise, our incredible school director, and learn how she can assist you in achieving success at beauty school and beyond.

Denise has been in the beauty industry for nearly 25 years and an educator for 17 years. She has a lot of experience from her multiple careers, which include owning her own salon, being an educator, and being the director of two successful cosmetology schools. Her experience and skills leave her well-equipped to know how to best help each student with their dreams. Denise is dedicated to teaching students and encourages each one to make the most of their education. She is blessed to have a wonderful, caring staff; we have achieved what most schools dream of… a happy environment with caring and successful students who truly care about each other. In her spare time, she enjoys drawing, scrapbooking, gardening, and reading. Her husband and she are avid dog lovers, and along with our two fur babies, they foster dogs coming from Texas and Mexico.