WHO WE ARE – WE ARE THE SALON & SPA PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION.

We are dedicated to supporting the professional beauty industry. Licensed Cosmetologists, Estheticians. Nail Technicians. Eyelash Technicians, Salons, Spa and Schools. We welcome students, educators, distributors and manufacturers. How do we help? Education. Advocacy. Networking. Business Solutions. Licensing Requirements. And so much more! Based in Minnesota, we serve the entire upper Midwest region.

Founded in 1924 - almost a century ago - SSPA is here to stay! We welcome you to join us and work together to make the journey in our respective professional industries beautiful and successful. We are non-profit and here to serve you, the beauty professional!

ABOUT US

WE OFFER QUALITY EDUCATION.

Learn more. Earn more. We present diverse education platforms that will advance your career and keep you inspired. Learn new techniques, business skills and artistry. Continuing education is the path to economic advancement and personal development. Increase your skills - better communication, critical thinking and a greater sense of accomplishment. Education brings us closer to the career you dream of!

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MORE THAN SKIN DEEP.

We offer a full range of training and knowledge for estheticians. Navigating this leading, technology driven beauty category necessitates support.  We help you achieve high standards in skin care!

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BEAUTY NEWS TO KNOW & SHARE.

Discover who’s who in the industry. What the latest styles and trends are. Where the hottest hair techniques are coming from. The industry shows to attend. The hottest products to try and use. It’s all here to keep you in the beauty know!

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EDUCATION PARTNERS - We would like to thank the professional beauty distributors, manufacturers, salons and education companies that partner with us through the year to bring you the newest techniques, the latest trends and the innovative products that make each of them leaders in our industry. THANK YOU!