The Salon Professional Academy
Franchise Overview
The Salon Professional Academy, operated by Salon Professional Education Company (SPEC), runs vocational beauty and wellness schools under multiple brand flags — including Elevate Salon Institute and Spa Pro Academy — training students in cosmetology, esthetics, barbering, nail care, and massage therapy toward state licensure and professional careers.
Just the Facts
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The Salon Professional Academy Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD)
These The Salon Professional Academy FDDs, as filed, contain 23 sections of federally mandated disclosures such as franchisee obligations, franchisor litigation, and financial performance. FDD's are typically 100+ pages long and are critical to evaluate when researching a franchise.
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April 2025
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