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Education

Upcoming Classes

Self Care Social

March 30, 2025  /  12–5pm

CE Hours: 5   Cost: $175

Time to to care of YOU! We have joined together these practitioners of self care in the Mind, Body & Spirit to navigate us through an afternoon of learning unique ways to help us feel Replenished & Renewed. Read more below about our guides for our Self Care Social.

Please wear comfy attire and bring slippers/indoor shoes. Snacks & beverages will be provided. FREE parking on Wrightwood & Burling. Metered parking on Halsted.

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Apprenticeships

Smith & Davis has both a cut and color program for licensed cosmetologists who are passionate and committed to developing their craft to the highest technical level. Our apprenticeship program is a comprehensive examination of the foundational techniques that are the cornerstone of success in our industry. Our individualized instruction is designed to inspire and promote creative thinking and personal growth.

Our program is performance based rather than time based and can accommodate someone that is freshly graduated as well as individuals that have been behind the chair for years but wants advanced education. Upon completion of the program the graduate will have a position as a Colorist, Stylist or Generalist (both Cut & Color) at Smith & Davis.

If you are interested in a career at Smith & Davis Salon, email your resume to info@smithanddavissalon.com.

MENTOR MONDAY'S

We offer One-on-One sessions on Mondays from 12-6pm. This is a totally customizable class based on the needs of the participant. You can do a Cut & Color class with one Model, or just focus on one of the crafts and do 2 models. Participants are responsible for providing their own models. Mannequins may be used; however, we believe you will benefit most by using a real person! The Mentor Monday class is $500 with model, or $560 with a mannequin we provide. Illinois licensed Cosmetologists will receive 6 CE hours. Please email info@smithanddavissalon for inquiries and bookings.

ON LOCATION

Salons can also host us to bring education to their team. General guidelines:

  • Demo + 2 hr Hands On — $1000 (1/2 Day)
  • Demo + 4 hr Hands On — $1800 (Full Day)
  • 1 instructor per 8 students. If there are more than 8 students an additional instructor will be an added @ $500 for 1/2 Day Class and an added $800 for a full day.
  • The host salon is responsible for providing live models. Air travel & accommodations also to be provided if required.

All classes are led by either Michael Davis (bio) or Stevie Smith (bio). Please email info@smithanddavissalon for inquiries and bookings.

Testimonials

I’ve attended two Sunday School classes at Smith & Davis and I’ll definitely be back for more. Michael, Stevie, and their crew of educators manage to blend fundamental and creative techniques in a way that is fresh, honest, and interesting. I highly recommend checking them out!

Taylor Kane

Stylist

I never miss an opportunity to learn from the excellent team at Smith & Davis. They are all gifted educators as well as artists. I always leave this environment with a sense of excitement; not only to channel the inspiration into my own work, but for the craft hairdressing community as a whole. To me, this doesn't feel like a class, it feels like a home of sorts – like I'm a part of something a little more.

Kristine Lorenzo

Stylist

A Sunday is well spent when hair school is in session at Smith and Davis Salon. Always inspirational.. their team of craft hairdressers immerse me in an afternoon of creative and visual synapse snapping moments!! I bring that energy back to my salon fully charged and motivated to create beauty on my clients. I love Stevie and Michael and their team.

Lisa Kiser

Salon Vole