History
PCI Academy began as Professional Cosmetology Institute, the realization of founder Marian Lokken's dream. Her lifelong interest in quality education for her salons led her to create an institute of cosmetology in June 1978 located in Ames, Iowa. In 1987 PCI moved into its own building at 627 Main. Mary Lokken hired Randy Kunkel, KRS Consulting Group, in 1999 to help her grow the Institute. In 2002, SPA~A School, a second school, opened in New Hope, Minnesota. In 2005, PCI and SPA~A School became TSPA, The Salon Professional Academy. In June 2011, TSPA returned to its origins while maintaining the advancements we had made over the last 33 years, by becoming PCI Academy. In 2013 the New Hope academy relocated to Plymouth, Minnesota.
Specialties
When it comes to beauty schools, no one loves to grow professionals like PCI Academy! Weve been doing it exceptionally well for more than 35 years. With beauty school academies in Iowa and Minnesota, we will help you become one of tomorrows salon professionals whether you choose cosmetology, esthetics, nail tech or massage therapy. We are not a typical beauty school. In fact, we are the future of beauty schools. Join PCI Academy in the adventure of a lifetime training for your dream of a career in the beauty industry including training in the business of beauty. We are The Academy that started it all and continue to develop the best in our profession.