THIS IS ABBA

Skills can
change
what comes
next.

Atlanta Beauty & Barber Academy is a place to learn a craft, build confidence, and prepare for a professional future through practical education and real experience.

THIS IS ABBA

A school built
one student
at a time.

For more than two decades, ABBA has focused on practical education for students
pursuing cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, nail technology, and instructor training.

What has grown over the years is more than a school. It is a learning community
shaped by instructors, students, graduates, and the belief that professional skills can
create meaningful opportunities.

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A Vision for Education

A school created around practical
skills and opportunity.
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Growing With Students

Training evolves as students and professional expectations change.

 
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Serving Atlanta

A diverse learning environment rooted in the local community.

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Looking Ahead

Continuing to prepare students for licensing and professional work.

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THIS IS ABBA
Kathy Lam
“Education can open a door.
Skills help you walk through
it.”
Kathy Lam’s own journey in the United States shaped a strong
belief in vocational education, independence, and creating
opportunities through professional skills.
That perspective became part of the foundation of Atlanta Beauty
& Barber Academy and continues to influence how the school
supports students today.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

The ABBA approach is simple.

01
Practical Education.
Students need more than information. Training should give them
opportunities to practice techniques, receive feedback, and streng then
their abilities.
02
Personal Guidance.

Learning is different for every student. Instructor support and an active
classroom environment help students keep progressing.

03
Opportunity Through Skills.
The goal is not simply to complete school. It is to prepare students for
licensing and the professional opportunities that can follow.

FIVE PATHS. ONE PLACE TO START.

What will you
learn at ABBA?

Explore five training paths designed around practical skill
development and preparation for professional licensing.

INSIDE ABBA

Learn it.
Practice it.

Explore five training paths designed around practical skill
development and preparation for professional licensing.

YOUR JOURNEY AT ABBA

From your first visit
to your next step.

01

Choose Your Program

Find the training path that matches your goals.

02

Start Training

Learn foundational knowledge and techniques.

03

Practice

Develop your skills through guided experience.

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Prepare for Licensing

Build readiness for state licensing requirements.

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Take the Next Step

Move forward with career preparation and support.

WHY CHOOSE ATLANTA

Training Designed for Your Future

Gain hands-on experience, professional guidance, and career-focused training designed to help you succeed in the beauty industry.

Hands-On Experience

Learn through hands-on experience with industry professionals.

Salon Business & Client Retention

Build practical salon business and client retention skills.

Job Placement Assistance

We don't just hand you a diploma, we help you land your first job. Our network of salon and barbershop partners actively recruits our graduates.

Professional Training

Learn the latest techniques and industry trends from professionals.

Career-Focused Programs

Gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence for your chosen career.

State Board Weekly Training

Dedicated weekly state board prep is built into the curriculum. Graduate fully prepared and confident to pass your Georgia licensing exam.

ROOTED IN ATLANTA

A diverse school for a diverse community.

Located in the Doraville area, ABBA welcomes students from communities across metro Atlanta. The school environment reflects the people it serves: different backgrounds, different goals, and a shared desire to build professional skills.

6088 Buford Hwy NE
Doraville, GA 30340

SEE ABBA FOR YOURSELF

Your next chapter
can start here.

Visit the campus, meet our team, see the learning environment, and talk with admissions
about the program that fits your goals.