Where

are made.Salon Professionals

THEA TSIRANIDESThea Tsiranides built her reputation as a successful hair care professional in Connecticut during a 15-year career at one of New England’s top salons, Salon Shahin of Stamford, CT. Tsiranides made the most of this experience to develop her skills and while working there discovered she enjoyed mentoring many of the newer employees and stylists at the salon. Surprisingly, she noticed that the new assistants coming in from beauty school didn’t have many of the most basic skills: blow drying, applying a glaze, shampooing clients, and in some cases, how to behave professionally.

“There was really no place in the area that gave young talent a fresh, contemporary education in our industry,” says Tsiranides. “This is a dynamic, hip business which is constantly changing – the area desperately needed a school that understands this. I decided to do something about it, and SoNo Academy is the result.”

Tsiranides founded SoNo Academy in October of 2007 and has since trained dozens of stylists who are now working in the best salons in this region.Tsiranides is a Master Colorist with 18 years of experience, and has always loved the excitement of creating something new and dynamic for her clients. She specializes in hair color, corrective color, highlighting, creative techniques, Keratin treatments, styling, and updos. She has witnessed what she calls a “revolution” in the overall approach to color and technique and is passionate about bringing the most current options available to her friends and clients. SoNo Academy has evolved over the past 4 years as one of the most

Executive Director and Co-Founder, SoNo Academy

Beauty Tech, Stamford, CTVidal Sassoon AcademyGoldwell of New England / CTWella, NYCLoreal, NYC

Toni & Guy, TexasCinderella Hair Extentions

Simply Smooth / Rejuvenol

Keratin Treatment

Bio Ionic Chemical Retexturing

Education & Credentials

Welcome to SoNo Academy

Mission Statement

An educational experience dedicated to preparing our upcoming talent for their new, fantastic career. Our focus is to explore and present the most creative and cutting-edge style the industry has to offer. Our experienced instructors, with their expertise and enthusiasm, will help tap into your creative potential instilling the confidence you need to be on top of your profession.

It is our mission to provide you with an exciting and ever-changing educational experience. In addition to offering the most advanced system of required education, we will have available an unsurpassed line up of guest artists, who will present all aspects of this multifaceted industry. You will graduate with the confidence to grow your career beyond all expectations. It is our promise to provide the knowledge and confidence required to be the professional that clients will line up for.

Listed below are some of the many opportunities you can prepare for by enrolling in the Academy. These are all opportunities just waiting to be filled by a highly trained, licensed cosmetologist like you.

HairstylistHair ColoristChemical SpecialistMake Up ArtistHair Extension SpecialistPlatform ArtistSalon/Spa Director/OwnerManufacturer Education/Sales RepresentativeNail Technician Esthetician

The Academy

Calendar

Enrollment

The Academy is located in the heart of SoNo. It is within walking distance from the South Norwalk train station, convenient to I-95, and the Merritt Parkway. We have constructed a modern, state-of-the-art working environment. Our main floor consists of a very open and creative working area that will allow students to embrace a true salon experience. In addition, theory classes take place in the lower level to ensure a more focused and concentrated atmosphere. The equipment provided to each student is carefully selected, not only for the completion of this course, but to carry you to the next level of your professional career.

The Academy is open from Tuesday through Saturday. The Cosmetology program takes 1,500 hours to complete. This can take approximately 10-12 months. There are many opportunities to complete the program in a shorter amount of time by adding extra hours.

With new classes beginning every month, SoNo Academy accepts applications for enrollment all year round. Contact our Academy Coordinator to set up an appointment for a tour of the academy or to enroll.

E-mail: info@sonoacademy.comPhone: 203-642-3600

Licensing & RegistrationTo obtain a Cosmetology License in the State of Connecticut the following requirements apply:

The First Three Items Must Be Presented At Registration

Proof of Education (diploma, GED, or completion form from Board of Education)

Must be at least 18 years of age

Two passport photos must be submitted to the school for processing procedures

1,500 hours of training must be completed and

taken with a passing grade of 70% or higher

$60.00 for state testing must be submitted.

$100.00 for licensing must be submitted to the

E-mail: info@sonoacademy.comPhone: 203-642-3600

Course of Study

The Cosmetology School Training encompasses 3 Types of Learning:

Our Cosmetology course incorporates 1,500 hours of expansive hands-on learning to provide the student with a complete understanding of the beauty industry. Upon completion, the student will be prepared for the many career opportunities available

The Student is instructed in all areas of theory related to hairdressing and cosmetology, as well as Connecticut State laws. Theory is taught using Milady’s Standard Cosmetology textbooks and study guides. In the practical segment students use mannequins and live models to practice various

of Hairdressing and Cosmetology. Classroom demonstration and visual presentations may be used during practical instruction. During the clinical instruction, the student practices in a salon environment under the supervision of an instructor. Students are assigned clients and perform the

graduation and successful completion of the state board examination.

THEORETICALPRACTICALCLINICAL

Full Time Hours

Tuesday through Saturday9:30am - 4:30pmWith opportunity for extra hours on Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday5:30pm - 9:00pm

Saturday 9:30 am- 4:30 pm

Part Time Hours

Tuition & Fees

Job Placement Program

The Academy

payment options:

PLEASE CONTACT THE ADMISSIONS

DIRECTOR FOR MORE FINANCING OPTIONS

Option 1

Option 2

Option 3

Academy.

Just a few of the Salons that employ our graduates:

Salon KiKloNew Canaan

Steven Mancini Wilton

Adam Broderick

HopScotchGreenwich

Salon ShahinStamford

Artistic Image Norwalk

Noble SalonStamford

Vincent PalumboWestport

Frederic FekkaiGreenwich

Hair

Christopher Noland Greenwich

Greg & TonyWestport

No Down Payment

Easy to apply ! Need 2 recent paystubs, credit score of 660+ and/or a co-signer to get started in your beautiful new career !

12 Month No Interest Payment Plan

18 Month No Interest Payment Plan

THEORETICALPRACTICAL

Application Fee $25.00

Registration Fee $150.00

Tuition Fee $14,325.00

Student Kit $1,500.00

Total Costs $16,000.00

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