AACS

06/03/2026

What if one conference could help you better understand how students learn, prevent educator burnout, and improve student outcomes?

At CEA 2026, attendees will have access to three expert Methodology Courses presented by L'Oréal, Milady, and Pivot Point.

✨ The Science of Learning: From Theory to Practical Application, presented by Shawn Stearns, L’Oréal Professionnel
✨ Refill Your Cup: Overcoming Burnout and Rediscovering Your Why, presented by Lisha Barnes, Milady
✨ The Evolution of Learning: Supporting Individual Student Success, presented by Daniel Dunworth, Buddy Sims & Jordan Adams, Pivot Point International

These sessions are designed specifically for beauty, barber, wellness, nail, esthetics, and massage educators who want practical strategies they can immediately bring back to the classroom.

📅 July 18–20, 2026
📍 Anaheim, CA
🎓 Up to 20 CEUs available

Learn more and register today: aacs.events/CEA2026

06/01/2026

Join us June 13 for the AACS Advanced Education Workshop in Tysons Corner, VA! ✨

Designed for beauty, barber, and wellness educators, this full-day workshop features hands-on education, industry insights, networking, and an exhibitor showcase with 30+ vendors.

✔ Attendees can earn up to 6 CEUs
✔ Lunch included
✔ Just $50 for AACS Members / $75 Non-Members

⚠ Space is limited!

👉 Register now: aacs.events/wkshp

05/29/2026

The 2026 CEA speaker lineup is here! ✨

Join beauty, barber, wellness, nail, esthetics, and massage educators July 18–20 in Anaheim, CA for an energizing educational experience featuring:

🎤 Keynote speaker Winn Claybaugh
📚 Methodology courses from L’Oréal, Milady & Pivot Point
🎓 Up to 20 CEUs available
🔄 Flexible learning tracks you can mix & match

Explore sessions on:
✔ Student engagement
✔ Leadership & mentorship
✔ Technology integration
✔ Classroom strategies
✔ Educator wellness
✔ Career readiness & much more!

Whether you’re new to education or a seasoned instructor, CEA is designed to help you grow, connect, and bring fresh ideas back to your classroom.

👉 View the speaker lineup, conference schedule & register today: aacs.events/CEA2026

05/27/2026

Join us June 13 for the AACS Advanced Education Workshop in Tysons Corner, VA! ✨

Designed for beauty, barber, and wellness educators, this full-day workshop features hands-on education, industry insights, networking, and an exhibitor showcase with 30+ vendors.

✔ Earn up to 6 CEUs
✔ Lunch included
✔ Sessions on nails, makeup, Gen Z engagement, NACCAS reporting & more
✔ Just $50 for AACS Members / $75 Non-Members

⚠ Space is limited!

👉 Register now at aacs.events/wkshp

05/26/2026

Bright Lights. Brighter Futures. ✨

Save the date for the 2026 AACS Annual Conference, October 22–24 in Las Vegas! Join beauty, barber, and wellness school leaders from across the country for industry insights, advocacy updates, networking, and inspiration you won’t want to miss. Stay tuned for more details.

05/25/2026

05/22/2026

⏰ Today is the last day to enter the 2026 AACS & L’Oréal Student Stylist of the Year competition!

This is your chance to showcase creativity, build confidence, gain national recognition, and compete for incredible prizes.

✨ Free to enter
✨ Open to all students enrolled at AACS member schools
✨ Extended Deadline: Friday, May 22 (11:59 pm ET)

Don’t miss your opportunity to shine! Enter now: aacs.events/ssoty

05/21/2026

“Give yourself the chance to try. Prove to yourself that you can accomplish something great.” ✨

— Kasandra Olivera-Carlotta

Winning the 2025 AACS & L’Oréal Student Stylist of the Year Best in Color Award helped elevate Kasandra’s confidence, creativity, and career journey, and she encourages every student to take the opportunity to enter.

Hear more about her experience and why students should enter 👇

aacs.events/SSOTY

05/21/2026

AACS is proud to thank the thousands of industry professionals, school leaders, small business owners, veterans, educators, and students who spoke up during the federal comment period on the proposed “Do No Harm” rule.

Your voices helped tell the real story of an industry that changes lives and powers communities nationwide.

As AACS Executive Director, John Russell, said: “The public has done its part. Now it's the Department's turn to listen.”

Read the full statement from American Association of Career Schools: https://buff.ly/O3yqeI1

05/20/2026

🚨 Today is the LAST DAY to submit comments on the Department of Education’s proposed accountability framework.

Your voice matters. Your students matter. Your industry matters.

Help protect access to beauty, barber, and wellness education before the comment period closes tonight.

👉 Submit your comment now: myaacs.org/submit-your-comment/