Why Jean Madeline Institute?
Backed by over 90 years of salon expertise, Jean Madeline Institute has been training future beauty professionals since 1987. Through hands-on education, experienced instructors, and real-world training, we prepare students for successful careers in the beauty industry. With three Philadelphia-area campuses, your future starts here.
Choose Your Beauty Path
Cosmetology: Crafting Beauty from Hair to Nails – Dive into the world of hair styling, coloring, skincare, and nail care with our comprehensive cosmetology program, designed to turn your passion into a profession.
Esthetics: Sculpting Radiant Skin and Relaxation – Focus on the art and science of skincare, offering specialized training in facials, waxing, and body treatments to help you become a sought-after esthetician.
Instructor Training: Shaping the Future of Beauty Experts – Share your expertise and inspire the next generation of beauty professionals through our instructor training program, which prepares you for a rewarding career as a cosmetology educator.
Nail Technology: Creating Beautiful Nails and Lasting Confidence – Master the art of nail care, enhancements, and professional guest experiences through hands-on training designed to prepare you for a successful career in salons, spas, or as an independent nail artist. Develop the technical skills, creativity, and confidence needed to turn your passion for nails into a rewarding profession.
Not Sure Which Program Fits Your Goals?
Whether you’re passionate about hair, skincare, nails, or education, our admissions team is here to help you find the program that aligns with your interests, career goals, and lifestyle. We’ll guide you through your options, answer your questions, and help you choose the path that’s right for your future in the beauty industry.
1250 hours of hands-on cosmetology training. At Jean Madeline Institute, our Cosmetology Program is designed to help future beauty professionals build technical skill, creative confidence, and the guest-service mindset needed to succeed in the beauty industry. Through hands-on training, theory, and practical experience, students develop a well-rounded foundation in hair, skin, nail care, and makeup while preparing for licensure and professional success
Train for a career as a licensed esthetician with hands-on experience in facials, waxing, body treatments, makeup, and advanced skincare techniques. At Jean Madeline Institute, students learn through both theory and real client services in our student spa.
Train to become a licensed cosmetology instructor with our 500-hour teacher training program. Available full-time or part-time, this course prepares experienced cosmetologists for state board licensure and careers in beauty education, including teaching hair, makeup, and skincare.
Train for a career as a licensed nail technician with hands-on education in nail care, enhancements, and professional client services. At Jean Madeline Institute, our nail program prepares students for careers in salons, spas, or as independent nail artists in today’s growing beauty industry.
Jean Madeline Institute is a leading beauty school in the Philadelphia area, offering hands-on training in cosmetology, esthetics, and instructor programs. Backed by decades of salon experience, we provide the skills and education needed to launch a successful career in the beauty industry.
Built on Experience. Focused on Your Future!
At Jean Madeline Institute, we inspire the next generation of beauty professionals through a legacy built on over 93 years of salon excellence. Founded in 1933 by industry pioneer Adolf Biecker and later joined by Jean Kurlan and Madeline Brown, our roots began with the renowned Jean Madeline Salons and Adolf Biecker Spa/Salons.
Since opening our first cosmetology school in 1987, we have remained committed to providing exceptional education in cosmetology, esthetics, nail technology, and instructor training. With three Philadelphia-area campuses, our hands-on programs equip students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to launch successful careers in the beauty industry.
Jean Madeline Institute prepares you for success by offering a supportive, creative, and professional learning environment, along with the tools, industry connections, and real-world experience needed to thrive. Above all, we believe in community, professionalism, and continuous growth, creating an environment where students feel supported, inspired, and empowered to achieve their goals.
