The Original - "La’James College"

After 35 incredible years, it’s time to say goodbye to an amazing instructor and an even more amazing person—and to celebrate her well-earned retirement.

Dawn, as you retire, we want to thank you for your unwavering dedication to La’James, your passion for teaching, and the countless lives you’ve impacted along the way. For more than three decades, you’ve helped shape not only the future of our students but also the beauty industry itself through your knowledge, encouragement, and commitment to excellence.

Your legacy will live on in every student you’ve inspired, every professional you’ve mentored, and every life you’ve touched.

From all of us at The Original La’James College—thank you for 35 years of service, heart, and dedication. As you step into retirement, we wish you nothing but happiness, peace, and joy in this next chapter. You will always be part of the La’James family. ❤️

✨ Foiling Fun! ✨

Our La’James cosmetology students are sharpening their highlighting skills one foil at a time! 🎨💇‍♀️ From placement and precision to technique and timing, every foil is another step toward becoming a confident, career-ready stylist.

There’s nothing better than seeing classroom knowledge come to life on the salon floor!

💛 All services are performed by students under the direct supervision of licensed instructors, providing hands-on learning while delivering quality services to our guests.

💆‍♀️ Turn your passion for helping others into a rewarding career!

A career in Massage Therapy offers more than just a job—it offers the opportunity to make a difference while building a stable, flexible future. With growing demand for licensed massage therapists in spas, wellness centers, chiropractic clinics, medical offices, and private practice, you’ll have a wide variety of career paths to choose from.

✨ Enjoy strong earning potential, job security, flexible schedules, and the freedom to work where and how you want.

📅 Our next Massage Therapy class begins September 28!

Don’t wait to invest in your future. The career you’ve been dreaming about starts here at The Original La’ James College.

📞 Contact our Admissions Team today to learn more and reserve your spot!
All services performed by students under the supervision of licensed instructors.

We're hiring! ✂️ Barber/Cosmetology Instructor — LaJames College of Hairstyling, Mason City
Love your craft and want to pass it on? Join our fun, supportive team and help shape the next generation of barbers and cosmetologists — with no weekends, no holidays, paid time off, and your instructor exam fee covered by us.
You'll need to be a licensed barber/cosmetologist with at least 2 recent years of industry experience and be willing to sit for the Iowa instructor's exam (already licensed? great). Full-time, competitive pay, start by July 15.
📍 Apply in person at 24 2nd St NE, Mason City, or email [email protected]
Equal Opportunity Employer

🌈✨ Bringing Color to Life! ✨🌈

Our Level 3 Cosmetology students have been putting their color theory skills into action with some beautiful vivid color services on clients!

From classroom learning to hands-on experience, these future stylists are gaining confidence, creativity, and real-world color skills behind the chair. 🎨💇‍♀️

We love seeing their hard work and talent shine through every transformation!

🎓✨ Congratulations to Our Esthetics Graduates! ✨🎓

Today we celebrate an incredible group of esthetics students who have completed their journey together and are ready to begin the next chapter of their careers.

This class wasn’t just a group of classmates—they became a family. Through long days, hands-on learning, laughter, encouragement, and yes, even a little venting, they built friendships that will last far beyond graduation.

One graduate shared it best:

💬 “Lifelong friends. I’m so blessed to have been put with a group of people as kind and helpful as these ladies, and I can’t wait to see what’s next for all of us.”

Throughout their program, Ms. Weber helped guide them not only in their esthetics education but also in developing one of the most important skills in the industry—patience. Her support and instruction helped shape this talented group into the professionals they are today.

We are so proud of the bond these students created, the growth they’ve achieved, and the passion they bring to the beauty and wellness industry. Congratulations, graduates! We can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll accomplish. 💖✨

🎓✨ Congratulations, Chloe! ✨🎓
We are so proud to celebrate Chloe on her graduation from the Nail Technology program! 💅
During her time here, Chloe shared that one of the things she loved most was the relationships she built along the way. Her favorite memories include spending time with her teacher and growing through each step of her journey.
Chloe’s favorite service to perform is acrylics, and we can’t wait to see her continue to build her skills, confidence, and creativity in the beauty industry.
Congratulations, Chloe! Your hard work has paid off, and we are so excited to see where this next chapter takes you! 💕👏