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The Professional Hair Design Academy
Eau Claire, Wisconsin · Private for-profit career school
Address: 3408 Mall Drive, Eau Claire, WI 54701 · Phone: (715) 835-2345 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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The Professional Hair Design Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Eau Claire, WI, offering Cosmetology and Massage Therapy programs, accredited by NACCAS.
The Professional Hair Design Academy has a 76.5% completion rate, above the state average of 62.8%, and median earnings of $29,587 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at The Professional Hair Design Academy is $22,783, federal financial aid can be used here, and 35.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,790 | $36,230 | $47,060 |
| Massage therapists | $20,280 | $58,070 | $80,560 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Wisconsin (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 21 | $23,126 | not reported | $10,500 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
The Professional Hair Design Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus offers two program families, with its top programs being Cosmetology schools (21 completers) and Massage therapy schools (20 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 76.5%, which is above the state average of 62.8%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $29,587. Annual cost of attendance is $22,783, and 35.9% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology or massage therapy, including adult career changers looking for a compact program in a midsize suburb setting rather than a multi-year degree path; however, specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with NACCAS and review outcome details on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The Professional Hair Design Academy offers two program families: Cosmetology schools (21 completers) and Massage therapy schools (20 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), with a current status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 76.5%, which is above the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $29,587, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $22,783.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and the types of financial aid available compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?238810.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focused cosmetology and massage therapy programs may suit adults seeking a shorter, hands-on training path, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or Wisconsin's licensing board for cosmetology and massage therapy requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach The Professional Hair Design Academy at (715) 835-2345 or through its website at https://phdacademy.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates and costs across schools.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.