Misson:

Beauty Certified Education Association

Mission:

Welcome to the Beauty Certified Education Association, a non-profit and dedicated resource center serving professionals in the Hair, Skin, and Nails industry. Our organization is committed to charitable and educational endeavors with the aim of fostering unity among local salons and cosmetologists through comprehensive education.

ONLINE EDUCATION

Find out more about on-line Classes

Go to the Online CE-Education Center and log-in for your account

Online Education

4 hour Continuing Education

Approved by the State of MN.

If you can't attend an in-person class, don’t worry. We are the largest provider of ONLINE CE Classes in MN. We offer both CORE 4hr and Professional Practice 4hr CE Classes online. You can take these classes anytime.

Log into BCEA Online Learning Center

IN PERSON-EDUCATION

IN-PERSON EDUCATION

IIn-person look and learn sessions and hands-on academy classes are available for stylists of all experience levels. Most classes longer than 4 hours are approved for 4 hours of continuing education credit.

Click here for more in person classes

COMMUNITY

COMMUNITY EVENTS

BCEA Community Events aim to unite beauty industry professionals. These gatherings provide opportunities to learn from one another and support career growth. Some events feature local artists showcasing their work, while others focus on business discussions with a panel of artists. After the event, attendees can relax, enjoy a drink, listen to music, and connect with fellow community members.

Go to the Community Events Page

Beauty Certified Education Association is now hosting and offering CE hours for Axcelr8Academy.

AXCELR8 ACADEMY

Axcelr8 Academy, founded by Stephen Adams, offers hands-on training for hairdressers. It's perfect for beginners and experienced stylists needing a refresher. You can choose from three options: a full package for $1200, a 2-day weekend course for $325, or a 1-day training for $175. All classes are Hands on and CE approved by the MN Board of Cosmetology through the BCEA.

To purchase individual classes please click the link below.

Go to all Axcelr8Academy Classes

Host A Class

IN YOUR SALON EDUCATION

Host a Class: you do not always have to come to us to learn. If you want to host a class in your salon or in your area, let us know.

Host a class in your Salon

BECOME AN EDUCATOR

BECOME AN EDUCATOR

Teach a Class for Beauty Certified Eduaction Association. Do you have something to share to our industry? Let us help you have a platform and opportunity for this.

Sign up to teach a class for BCEA

Kevin Griffith

Memorial Fund

The Kevin Griffith Memorial Fund was started in memory of Kevin Griffith and his dedicated contribution to the cosmetology industry for over 30 years.

This fund has been set up to help students in need.

BCEA is all About Community and Education

We are a board recognized professional association that offers continuing education in the state of Minnesota.

Beauty Certified Education Association is not part of the MN Board of Cosmetology. While we are not directly affiliated with the Board of Cosmetology of Minnesota, our courses are approved through them, ensuring the highest standards in education and professional development.

Please make sure you know what it takes to renew your license.

MN Board of Cosmetology

Go to the board of cosmetology website