Smith Academy of Salon Professionals

09/17/2026

Tell me about your girl grip!

The hairstylist "girl grip" is the impressive ability to hold an entire mobile workstation—shears, a comb, sectioning clips, a round brush, phone, and an iced coffee—all balanced securely in a single hand while working behind the chair.

Smith Academy of Salon Professionals

08/30/2026

SASPRO IS HIRING INSTRUCTORS

Smith Academy of Salon Professionals | Huntington, WV

SASPRO is always growing, and we’re looking for passionate beauty professionals who want to teach, mentor future professionals, and grow with our school.

OPEN POSITIONS & SHIFTS

💈 BARBER INSTRUCTOR-EVENING
Monday & Tuesday | 3:00 PM–8:00 PM
+ 1 Saturday per month

✂️ COSMETOLOGY INSTRUCTOR — DAY
Wednesday & Thursday | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
+ 1 Saturday per month

✂️ COSMETOLOGY INSTRUCTOR — EVENING
Wednesday & Thursday | 3:00 PM–8:00 PM +1 Saturday a month

PERKS
✨ Commission & bonus opportunities
✨ FREE booth rent at SALON SAS
✨ June & July OFF with pay
✨ Opportunity to grow with an established, accredited beauty school

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet ONE of the following:

✔️ Already hold an Instructor Certification with 3+ years as a licensed Cosmetologist

OR

✔️ Hold an active Cosmetology license with 3+ years of industry experience and be willing to complete approximately 6 weeks of training to obtain Instructor Certification.

We’re looking for dependable professionals who enjoy education but still want the opportunity to stay connected to the salon industry.

Interested? Call or Text our Director of Education
Shayne Megan Smith 3046330377
SmithAcademyofSalonProfessionals.com

08/25/2026

SAS CLASSIFIED — ALL METHODS
Saturday, August 29 | 8:30 AM–4:00 PM

SAS CLASSIFIED is back for a special one-day, hands-on All Methods Extension Class taught personally by Megan Smith!

Megan has spent 16 years in the beauty industry, has owned her salon since 2015, founded an accredited beauty school, and has educated 300+ beauty professionals throughout her career. She is also the founder of SAS Extensions, bringing years of hands-on extension experience, education and real-world salon knowledge directly into this class.

This class is designed for beauty professionals who are ready to expand their extension knowledge, add more services behind the chair and increase their earning potential.

✨ All Methods Extension Education
✨ Hands-on training
✨ Real-world application & techniques
✨ Learn directly from SAS Extensions founder Megan Smith
✨ Build the confidence to offer more extension services to your clients

📅 Saturday, August 29
⏰ 8:30 AM–4:00 PM

💳 AFTERPAY ACCEPTED!
Invest in your education now and split your purchase into payments with Afterpay.

🔥 Limited seating available.
Purchase here

📢 Exciting Announcement from SAS Extensions! 📢Join us for the SAS Classified Class on Mondays listed, from 10AM to 2 PM at Salon SAS in Huntington, located at 419 9th St., Huntington, West Virginia. 🌟This exclusive class will cover the Smart Weft, ITip, and Ktips of hair extensions, providi...

08/17/2026

07/27/2026

Our Enrollment for October 7th Start Date is now open!
All enrollment Documents, Registration fee and first month tuition need to be submitted before Sept 15th.
Here is what we have available!

Have you ever wondered what a day of In-Person Practical Training looks like at SASPRO? ✂️✨

At SASPRO, we believe education should fit your life—not the other way around.

Our students attend just **12–20 hours per week of hands-on, in-person instruction**, where they gain real salon like experience, work with clients, complete mannequin assignments, receive instructor coaching, and build the skills needed for a successful beauty career.

All workbook assignments, theory work, and online coursework are completed virtually from home on your own schedule, allowing students to balance school, work, and family responsibilities.

📅 Our current in-person class meets:
Wednesdays & Thursdays | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Wednesdays & Thursdays | 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Current Availability:
✔ Cosmetology/ Hairstyling – 5 seats available
✨ Esthetics – 2 Seats Available
💅 Nail Technology – 2 Seats Available

🖤 Wednesday & Thursday | 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Evening Class)

Current Availability:
✔ Cosmetology/ Hairstyling – 8 seats available
✨ Esthetics – 2 Seats Available
💅 Nail Technology – 2 Seats Available

If you've been waiting for a beauty school program that works around your schedule while still providing hands-on salon experience, now is the time to get on our interest list.

Swipe through to see what a typical day at SASPRO looks like! ➡️

📩 Message us today to learn more about our Cosmetology, Hairstyling, Esthetics, and Nail Technology programs.

07/24/2026

If you’re dealing with any of these skin concerns, take this as your sign to book that facial! 🧖🏼‍♀️🫧

I’m accepting clients on Wednesdays & Thursdays at Smith Academy of Salon Professionals in Huntington — Message me to book your appointment! 🤎

07/19/2026

SASPRO will be open Sat September 26th for Homecoming hair and makeup $45 for both!
Message or call to schedule!

07/15/2026

We're always looking for ways to better serve our students and our community, and we're excited to announce several updates beginning this fall!
Our move to Downtown Huntington has allowed us to make the following improvements to our programs!!

For Students
—Tuition is now just **$375 per month**
—NEW CLASS SCHEDULES
Monday & Tuesday Day 9am-2pm- 20 seats Available
Monday & Tuesday Eve 3pm-8pm- 20 seats Available
Wed & Thurs Day 9am-2pm -FULL
Wed & Thurs Eve 3pm-8pm -20 seats Available

New Classes begin August 19th
Deadline to Enroll is August 12th.

Flexible schedules with weekly virtual theory
One Saturday per month
2027, we'll observe a June & July Summer Break to give students and instructors time to recharge.

For Our Community & Future Clients
We're significantly lowering our student service prices to make professional salon services more affordable for everyone—especially Marshall University students!

More guests in our clinic means:
—More hands-on training for our students
—More appointment availability
—High-quality services at incredible prices

We'd Love Your Feedback!
If you're a Marshall student or community member, what student service prices or promotions would encourage you to visit SASPRO?
Comment below—

We can't wait to welcome more students, more clients, and continue building the next generation of beauty professionals in Huntington!

Smith Academy of Salon Professionals
419 9th Street • Downtown Huntington, WV

Now Enrolling Day & Evening Classes
Evening Classes Begin August 19th

07/05/2026

Your Future in Beauty Starts Here!
Ready to turn your passion into a career? We have just 12 seats remaining for our SEPT 9th start date!

9 Seat Available — Hair/Cos
3 Seats Available – Esthetics
2 Seats Available – Nail Technology
Registration Deadline: Aug 15th

At SASPRO | Smith Academy of Salon Professionals, you'll receive hands-on training, flexible scheduling, and the support you need to become a licensed beauty professional.
Don't wait—once these seats are filled, enrollment will close for this class.

Huntington, WV
www.smithacademyofsalonprofessionals.com
Message us today to schedule a tour or begin the enrollment process!

SASPRO• Smith Academy of Salon Professionals, Huntington WV’s beauty school, offers courses in Cosmetology, Hairstyling, Esthetics and Nails. Enroll today!