Misson:

Beauty Certified Education Association

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

We are 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.

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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.

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EDUCATION

On-Line MN CE Education

Go to the Online CE-Education Center and log-in for your account
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Find out more about on-line Classes

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

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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 Building

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

BCEA’s goal for our Community Events is 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

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Host A Class In Your Salon

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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.

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Host a class

Share your Knowledge

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Teach a Class

for

Beauty Certified Education Association

Do you have something you want to share to our industry?

let us give you the platform to do just that.

We can help you build your class and lesson plan and set you up for success.

Teach, share and be part of the community.

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Apply and send us your class
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Charity Work

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 send out money to Hair Heathens to help students at the school Kevin attended.

  • BCEA Sets up Scholarships for Students that win the opportunity to attend Beacon through the PBA.

Donate to help keep this fund going

MN Board of Cosmetology

Go to the board of cosmetology website