ABOUT US

Baldwin Park Adult and Community Education (BPACE) was established in 1960 and serves approximately 13,000 students annually. The attendance area roughly follows the boundaries of the City of Baldwin Park, although it attracts students from throughout the San Gabriel Valley. Classes are offered in all state mandated areas in additon to fee-based community education courses.

BPACE is constantly changing to meet the needs of the market place while maintaing the School Wide Learning goals as guides. Articulation agreements with local community colleges assist with helping our students become life-long learners as well as self-actualized individuals. In addition to articulation agreements, Career Technical Education engages in contracts with local businesses to provide our students with job based learning opportunities.

BPACE Cosmetology course meets the minimum requirement set by the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. The focus of the program is to prepare the student to take and pass the California State Board Exam and earn a license in Cosmetology. The program covers training and technical instruction in haircutting, hairstyling, hair coloring, skin care, makeup, nail care, salon management, tips for building a loyal repeat clientele and prescribing the right retail products to their guests.

Advanced students practice their skills on clients and gain experience in salon management. The salon area is well equipped for hands-on instruction in all areas of cosmetology.

We have experienced instructors who will provide you with the most outstanding educational experiences available. They provide students with in-depth knowledge on the business of beauty. . . giving you everything you need for a successful career.