Bright futures are built on a solid legacy — and we’re ready to help you start yours!

For over 50 years, Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology has helped thousands of students hone their skills, master their creativity, and launch successful careers. With 8 locations across South Carolina, we offer hands-on training in Cosmetology and Esthetics. Our goal is to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to build successful careers in the beauty and wellness industry.

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Why Choose Kenneth Shuler School Of Cosmetology?

Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology, founded in 1968, is a Redken Premier School with over 50 years of expertise in beauty education. We prepare students for success in the beauty industry with hands-on training, career-building skills through the ProsperU program, and professional portfolios to jump-start their careers.

Our cosmetology program is available at seven South Carolina locations, offering training in modern color techniques, Redken and men’s cutting systems, state board preparation, and career success. Learn more about cosmetology here.

The esthetics program, offered at six campuses, features professional-grade products like Circadia and Dermalogica and spa-standard equipment to ensure real-world training. Learn more about esthetics here.

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Why Choose Kenneth Shuler School Of Cosmetology?

Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology, a Redken Premier School, has over 50 years of experience preparing students for successful beauty careers.

Our cosmetology program trains students in cutting, coloring, state board prep, and career success at seven South Carolina locations. Learn more.

Our esthetics program uses professional products and spa-standard equipment at six campuses. Learn more.

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Congratulations, Tia!

Tia Thackston Phillips, an educator and our Student Salon Manager at our Spartanburg campus has been awarded with the 2023 N.F. Cimaglia Educator of the Year award (presented by our national association, AACS, and Milady)! We are so incredibly proud to have faculty and staff that always rise to the occasion and consistently give all they can to help future cosmetologists and estheticians to grow into successful professionals. We love you, Tia!

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When Can You Start Your Beauty Career?

We are always starting new cosmetology and esthetics classes so you don't have to wait to start your beauty career journey. We even have financial support to help you get started.

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Esthetics

Learn how to make your future clients look and feel more beautiful than ever.

Student Graduation

Celebrate new beginnings with all your friends and family.

Cosmetology

Learn the fundamentals and trends in an ever-changing industry.

Admissions

We make the process easy so that you can get started on your journey.

Unlimited Potential

Find work in hundreds of jobs across many different industries.

The Man, Himself

Kenneth Shuler envisioned a better education for future students over 50 years ago.

PROGRAMS

COSMETOLOGY

Our cosmetology program is offered at all eight of our schools which conveniently serve South Carolina, Georgia, and North Carolina residents. We focus on modern color techniques and Redken cutting systems, state board preparation, and ProsperU’s modern business training program.

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ESTHETICS

Our esthetics program focuses on providing a variety of professional products, such as Circadia and Dermalogica, and clinics with equipment that can be found in professional spas and skincare facilities across the country, all while implementing ProsperU’s modern business training program. Our esthetics program is offered at our Spartanburg, Florence, Goose Creek, Rock Hill, Garners Ferry, and Greenville locations.