California Hair Design Academy

California Hair Design Academy is a private, for-profit institution in La Mesa, CA offering training in cosmetology and barbering. Classified as a less-than-two-year school in a large suburban setting, it enrolls 219 students and holds a quality score of 64.50 out of 100 (IPEDS 2023).

The academy reports an 83% completion rate and an 84% retention rate (IPEDS 2023), indicating strong student outcomes across its focused curriculum. It offers two one-to-two-year certificate programs: Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and Barbering/Barber. Both programs prepare students for state licensure and entry into the personal care services industry.

Located in the San Diego metropolitan area, California Hair Design Academy serves students in the La Mesa and greater San Diego region who are seeking professional training in hair design, cosmetology, and barbering.