About Opelousas School of Cosmetology

This Is How Our Story Began

Opelousas School of Cosmetology was established in 1984. We are located in the historical district of Opelousas on Hwy 190, (East Vine Street), less than one mile from I-49.

Our mission is to prepare students for entry level positions in the profession of cosmetology, cosmetology instructor and related fields for licensure and employment.
To learn more about Opelousas School of Cosmetology, the education programs, and client services we offer, please call us at (337) 942-6147.

Opelousas School of Cosmetology is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), and licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology. We have been a member of the Louisiana Association of Cosmetology Schools for over 30 years.

Opelousas School of Cosmetology offers discounted beauty services to the public.

All services are performed by students under the supervision of licensed instructors.

Call (337) 942-6147 to book an appointment in our student salon.

Meet Our Instructors

Dana Luna & Melissa Duhon

Owners

Alma Jenkins

Instructor

Hello my name is Mrs. Alma Jenkins. I graduated from Opelousas School of Cosmetology in 1999 and received my Cosmetologist license. I went back to school and received my Cosmetology Instructor license in 2000. I taught my 1st year at Opelousas School of Cosmetology in 2000 and have been teaching every since I fill the position. I have been a licensed Cosmetology Instructor for over 21yrs and also obtained my Master Cosmetology Instructor seal for continue education of 16 hrs every year. As a Cosmetology Instructor I love to lead my students by example with good leadership skills. I teach students the basics of Cosmetology and lead the class through the required course work professionally. I am a highly motivated, inspiring, energetic and fun person to be around. I love the beauty industry and I have a passion to see students achieve their goals and become the best hairstylists they can be. My greatest reward is to see students mastering all the skills to become better in the Cosmetology Industry.

Jessica Costanza

Instructor

Hi! I'm Jessica Costanza, a graduate of Opelousas School of Cosmetology class of 2001. After earning my Cosmetologist license I worked as a stylist from 2002-2012 specializing in haircuts and haircoloring. I returned to the Opelousas School of Cosmetology in 2013 to begin my course for Cosmetology Instructor and after becoming licensed began working as an Instructor at Blue Cliff College in Lafayette from 2014-2015. In 2016 I returned to Opelousas SChool of Cosmetology this time as a full time Instructor teaching the entry level program.