Fort Dodge Campus

About Our Fort Dodge Beauty School

The Fort Dodge campus is home to our Home Office. It is the first location our owner, Mrs. Becher, purchased over 50 years ago and is the heart of La’ James International College.

Our Fort Dodge beauty school can be the perfect place to start your beauty education. We believe that hands-on education is key to your success, and that is why we designed our student salon/spa clinics to emulate a true professional salon environment.

Our clinics have individual treatment rooms and stations, hydrotherapy tubs, and a sauna. Along with a beautiful retail center with chandelier lighting and multiple product lines available for purchase, our Fort Dodge beauty school feels like a true salon/spa environment.

The campus is located in the middle of Fort Dodge and is perfect for out-of-state students or students looking for a more traditional college experience. Our Fort Dodge campus is our only campus with apartments next door, Xanadu Courtyard Apartments. For more information about these apartments, contact us!

Cosmetology

Pursue your love for beauty with our traditional 5-day-a-week cosmetology program. For students who prefer a more traditional classroom environment, you can learn hair cutting, coloring, styling, facials, nails, and more!

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Cosmetology - A.A.S. Degree

Offered exclusively at LJIC. Get the best of both worlds, a skill and a degree! Earn a 2-year A.A.S. Degree in Health and Beauty Management, and a cosmetology license at the same time.

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Massage Therapy

Our massage therapy program is designed with a strong core of anatomy, physiology, theory, and practice. This program is in a hands-on learning environment, focusing on therapeutic healing and relaxation.

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Esthetics

Learn the science of skincare in our esthetics program. Some of the beauty treatments you can master include facials, advanced makeup, body treatments, hair removal, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and more.

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Massage Therapy and Esthetics - A.A.S. Degree

Another LJIC exclusive! Be a leader in the industry, with two skills and a degree! Earned a 2-year A.A.S. degree in Health and Beauty Management, and a dual license in Esthetics and Massage Therapy.

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Nail Technology

In our nail technology program, you can show off your creativity through the art of nails. Our nail training goes beyond the state board of cosmetology preparation. We also teach current trends in nail technology using CND products.

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Teacher Training

Are you ready to teach the next generation of beauty professionals? In our teacher training program, you can learn the fundamentals of teaching, classroom management, and lesson planning.

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Get Help With Your Career

We’re here to help make sure that you’re set up for success before graduating. You can take advantage of resume assistance, interview prep, and mock interviews with our industry partners. We are here to help steer you in the right direction.

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The Fort Dodge Experience

Fort Dodge offers unique opportunities for its community and visitors. There are a variety of museums, breweries, and festivals for our students to enjoy. Often referred to as “Little Chicago” by the locals, Fort Dodge, offers an exciting environment and is perfect for people of all interests.

See What Our Students Have To Say

The opportunities are endless here at LJIC and the tools for success are given to you. You just have to apply them! I love Wednesday and Thursday mornings We [student & staff] meet to discuss the week ahead and build together as a team.

Holly D.

I chose LJIC because it gave me more options to learn different areas rather than just hair only. You learn nails, the spa side of Cosmetology, and everything else.

Betty L.

Be Our Guest

Treat yourself to a haircut, relaxing facial, or a fresh set of nails at our student salon/spa*. We strive to give all our guests the same experience they would receive at a high-end professional salon. You can schedule your appointment today with us by calling (888) 880-2106.

*All services are provided by students under the supervision of licensed professionals.

La’ James International College reserves the right to adjust salon and spa business hours. Walk-ins are welcome but to ensure availability please schedule an appointment through Guest Services. If you are planning a large party or group, please schedule with Guest Services at least two weeks before the event.

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