Month: September 2025

Ready to Start Beauty School? Here’s Your Step-by-Step Plan

Written by tspa-admin on in Career, Cosmetology, Nail Tech

From Dreaming to Doing: Your Beauty Career Starts Step by Step

Because your beauty career won’t start itself, let’s make it happen one step at a time.

You’ve been thinking about beauty school for a while now. You scroll, you dream, you picture yourself doing what you love, but something keeps hitting pause. Maybe it’s timing or maybe it’s nerves or just too many decisions.

We get it. Starting something new can feel big.

But here’s the thing: waiting won’t make the decision easier. If you’re serious about starting a career in beauty, there’s no better time than right now, before classes are full and another season passes you by.

Here’s a clear and simple plan to move from thinking about it to doing it.

✅ Step 1: Get Clear on Your Vision

Ask yourself: What part of beauty excites me most?

  • Hair? Skin? Makeup? Lashes? All of the above?
     Not sure yet? That’s okay, we’ll help you find your fit.

✅ Step 2: See It for Yourself

Book a tour at TSPA Evansville so you can:

  • Check out our real salon training environment
  • Meet the educators who’ll coach you
  • Get a feel for the energy and community

🎯 Pro tip: Tours fill quickly, so book yours now to get first pick on upcoming classes.

✅ Step 3: Talk to Admissions

Our admissions team is here to guide you, not pressure you. Ask all the questions:

  • What’s the daily schedule like?
  • What’s the difference between cosmetology and esthetics?
  • What’s required to apply?

You’ll walk away with real answers and a real plan.

✅ Step 4: Explore Financial Aid

Beauty school is an investment, and you might qualify for:

Our advisors will help you explore every option available (no stress, no guesswork).

✅ Step 5: Apply + Enroll

We’ll walk you through the enrollment steps. It’s quick, it’s doable, and it moves you forward.
 You’ll:

  • Lock in your start date
  • Get your student kit (hello, Pro Tools!)
  • Join a community of creatives chasing the same dream

✨ Bonus Tip: You’re Not Doing This Alone

Starting beauty school might feel like a solo leap, but at TSPA Evansville, you’ll have a whole team behind you:

  • Redken-trained educators
  • A supportive student community
  • Staff who want you to succeed

🔥 Let’s Do This

If you’re waiting for a sign, this is it.
 Your future in beauty is closer than you think. Let’s take that first step together.

📅 Schedule a Tour today!

Celebrating Excellence: TSPA Evansville’s Award-Winning Year

Written by tspa-admin on in Cosmetology, Latest News, What's Happening

 

At The Salon Professional Academy (TSPA) Evansville, we believe hard work, passion, and dedication should always be celebrated, and the last year has been nothing short of amazing! From national recognition to local competitions, our students, educators, and academy have been honored with awards that shine a spotlight on the talent, heart, and excellence that define our community.

Here’s a look back at the incredible achievements we’ve earned over the past 12 months (and beyond!).

🌟 Academy Achievements

Diamond Academy Award (2014–2025)
For over a decade, TSPA Evansville has been recognized as a Diamond Academy, a title reserved for schools that consistently excel in education, leadership, and student success.

 

2025 SPEC Franchise Conference Awards

  • Community Service Award – celebrating our commitment to giving back.
  • Highest Gift Card Sales, Retail Dollars, and Cosmetology Starts – reflecting the drive of both our team and our students.
  • Legislative/Advocacy Award – awarded to our Director/Owner, Robin, for her impact in advancing our industry.

Platinum Club Award Circle
 Honoring exceptional performance across multiple areas of our academy.

 

Industry Recognition

  • Circadia Gala 2024 – TSPA Evansville was named #1 School at Circadia’s annual gala in December 2024.
  • CECU Community Award 2025 – recognizing our dedication to our students and the Evansville community.

👩‍🏫 Educator & Student Awards

The heart of TSPA is our people, and this year they’ve taken home incredible honors:

Outside Industry Competitions 

  • Angela Perrone – 1st Place in the Battle of the Hair Competition through Sports Clips.
  • Emily Futrell – AACS/L’Oréal Student Stylist of the Year – Best Overall Category.
  • Lauren McBride – Runner-Up, AACS/L’Oréal Best Cut.

2024 SPEC Franchise Competition Highlights

  • LaDonna Minnis – System-Wide Rising Star, honoring her talent and impact as an educator. 
  • Tara Rorer – People’s Choice Winner, Makeup (Esthetics).
  • Kate Miller – People’s Choice Winner, Hair Color & Special Occasion (Cosmetology). 
  • Amanda Dowell – Runner-Up, Rising Star Educator.

🎓 Scholarship Success

We’re also proud to celebrate students who earned competitive scholarships, opening doors to brighter futures:

  • Redken Scholarships
    • 1 Winner of $10,000
    • 3 Winners of $1,000 (Cosmetology) 
    • 1 Winner of $1,000 (2024 Cosmetology)
  • Circadia Sage Michaela Award – $5,000 (Esthetics Student, Dec 2024)
  • Borbeleta Scholarship – $1,000 (Esthetics Student)
  • Your New School Scholarship – $3,000 (Nail Student, 2024)

📚 A Legacy of Recognition

In addition to this year’s achievements, our history is filled with accolades, including:

  • 3 Educator of the Year Awards 
  • Financial Aid Director of the Year
  • Admissions Director of the Year
  • Countless SPEC Franchise Awards celebrating excellence across every part of our academy

💖 Why These Awards Matter

Every award represents more than just recognition. It’s proof of the passion and talent our students and educators bring to the beauty industry every single day. These achievements reflect:

  • The caliber of training students receive in our classrooms and the student salon training area.
  • The confidence and skills they build by working with real guests.
  • The supportive culture that helps them grow into industry-ready professionals.

✨ Join Our Award-Winning Community

At TSPA Evansville, excellence isn’t just a goal; it’s our standard. Whether you’re dreaming of becoming a cosmetologist, esthetician, or nail artist, you’ll find the training, support, and opportunities you need to shine.

👉 Ready to start your journey with an award-winning academy? Book a tour today!

Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Start a Beauty Career

Written by tspa-admin on in Career, Career Education, Cosmetology, Financial aid, Nail Tech

The future you want won’t wait, so why should you?

Whether the leaves are changing, a new year is peeking over the horizon, or you’re just ready to hit “reset” on your life, there’s something powerful about now. And if you’ve been dreaming about a beauty career, this might just be your sign.

At The Salon Professional Academy (TSPA) Evansville, we believe there’s no “perfect” moment, but there is a perfect time to begin. And that time is right now.

💡 A New Season = A New Start

There’s something about a change in season that invites transformation. As the world around you shifts, it’s the perfect time to reflect, reset, and refocus on what you want.

You’re coming out of summer or easing into fall, and it’s a chance to trade “maybe someday” for real action. A new season brings new routines, and this one could bring a bold new direction for your future in beauty.

🔥 The Industry Is Booming

The beauty and wellness industry is not slowing down. In fact:

  • Demand for licensed cosmetologists, estheticians, and nail techs is growing
  • Clients are craving personalized, skilled service
  • New beauty trends = new opportunities to shine

At TSPA Evansville, you won’t just learn techniques, you’ll build business skills, social media savvy, and the confidence to stand out.

🤝 You’ll Have Support Every Step of the Way

Worried about balancing life, finances, or fitting school into your schedule? We’ve got you.

Our admissions team, financial aid advisors, and Redken-trained educators are here to help with:

  • Personalized guidance through the admissions process
  • Financial aid for those who qualify
  • A supportive, hands-on learning environment that builds real-world skills

You’re not doing this alone, and you don’t have to figure it all out today.

✨ Imagine Where You’ll Be Next Year

Seriously, where could you be 12 months from now? 

If you start your training now, this time next year you could:

  • Be behind the chair in a salon
  • Run your own esthetics suite
  • Post your first paid bridal shoot
  • Or even open your own beauty business

What if one decision today could change your entire future?

💬 Real Talk: You’re Ready

If you’re reading this, there’s a part of you that’s ready, even if you’re scared or unsure.  That’s normal. Starting something new is always a little scary. But we believe in you, and we’re here to help you take that leap.

💌 Let’s start your next chapter, whether you’re ready to 📅 schedule a tour, 🎓 request more info, or ✍️ apply today.

There’s never been a better time to invest in you. Your beauty career is waiting, and TSPA Evansville is where it begins.