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[H1] Push the industry forward.
We lead the pack—and we never settle. Milady education sets students on the path to professional success, personal fulfillment, and community impact.Meet Milady
[H1] Push the industry forward.
We lead the pack—and we never settle. Milady education sets students on the path to professional success, personal fulfillment, and community impact.Meet Milady
[H2] Redefiningbeautyprofessional.
Together, we're changing the industry for the better. And we're expanding the possibilities of what beauty can do.
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[H2] Meeting your needs.
At Milady, we believe in the power of education to shape the future of beauty. We envision a beauty industry where everyone is treated fairly and a career in beauty is respected. We believe in empowering students to make their ambitions a reality. We accomplish this through innovative products, customer obsession, and a keen focus on creating and empowering impact. Learn more about how Milady can help meet your goals.
[H5] Innovative Products
Strong alignment within all State Board Exams, ensuring consistent terminology and content
Robust instructor resources like instructor support slides and lesson plans to ensure easy transitions
Course content available in both English and Spanish, on CIMA and in print
Advanced, skills-based courses like Eyelashes and Electrolysis and Hair Removal
CIMA Collabs for access to partner content
Continuing education courses and webinars for pros and educators
Professional Educator program
Expert Career Advice center
[H5] Customer Obsession
Fair and transparent pricing for all products and services. No hidden fees, contracts, or minimum commitments
Dedicated Account Manager, expert customer and technical support
Free CIMA onboarding and training, with no hidden fees
Support the industry at all levels – local, state, and federal
Alignment with associations to advance the industry
Continuous feedback to ensure we meet customer needs
[H5] Empowering Impact
Content that covers all hair textures and skin tones and types
Raise domestic violence and human trafficking awareness in the beauty industry
RISE scholarship program
Social community of over 9000+ educators to share best practices and network
Recognize excellence with our Annual Cimaglia Awards
Free online/soft skills courses
[H6] CIMA
[H2] Let's get digital.
Experience the benefits of a digital-first beauty education with CIMA—designed to streamline your day-to-day and keep your curriculum on the cutting edge.Explore CIMA
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[H6] CIMA ExamReady™
[H3] License exam success starts here.
Available Now.
CIMA ExamReady™ is a targeted licensing exam prep tool that helps students concentrate on the right topics. With practice questions and mock exams aligned to your state's Candidate Information Bulletins (CIBs), CIMA ExamReady™ reinforces key concepts and guides students toward the areas that matter most.Get the Detaills
[H6] Milady Advanced Esthetics, 3rd Edition
[H3] An essential resource for the ultimate esthetics professional.
Give your program a competitive advantage, meet students' needs, and satisfy state requirements. Our latest edition offers an elevated curriculum your students crave and prepares them on the advanced procedures clients want most.Get the Detaills
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[H6] Milady Standard Barbering, 7th Edition
[H3] Forward-thinking education for the aspiring barber.
Our latest edition gives students everything they need for success. Features updated procedures, real-life success stories, and new content that thoroughly covers all hair lengths and textures. This is the curriculum your aspiring barbers need to succeed.Get the Details
[H6] Milady Standard Cosmetology, 14th Edition
[H3] A fresh face for cosmetology education.
We've reimagined cosmetology education from the inside out. With a stronger focus on all hair types, including textured hair, that empowers students to serve all clients, a modern approach to learning that enhances the student experience, and a bold new look and layout designed to boost engagement.Get the Detaills
[H6] Milady Advanced Services: Eyelashes
[H3] Skills-based courses for today's learners.
We are excited to introduce an all-new Eyelashes course. From infection control and lash application, to building an eyelash and brow business, this course helps upskill students and professionals in these profitable, in-demand services.Get the Details
[H6] RISE Program
[H2] This is how we RISE
Beauty professionals can play a powerful role in preventing domestic violence and human trafficking. Our free RISE certification program gives your students the tools they need to make a difference.Join Us
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[H1] Lead the way with CIMA
Today’s students are more tech-savvy than ever and their expectations for engagement are high. Our job is to provide a comprehensive, engaging platform to help turn their passion into a thriving career.Request a Demo
Not quite ready? Attend a webinar instead.
[H2] Experience the benefits of a digital-first beauty education.
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[H5] Prioritizes learning outcomes with easy customizations
Get the latest Milady content including dozens of video procedures
Add your own content, rearrange, drag-and-drop, delete, or hide any Milady content
Access to robust instructor resources - included
Use pre-built assessments or create your own - in under 5 minutes
Source CIMA Collabs partner content like Beauty As A Business or ProsperU instructor resources
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[H5] Meets your students’ expectations
All disciplines are available in English and SpanishMobile access and 24/7 access for anywhere, anytime learningVisual learning experience engages students with better outcomesMessaging and discussion boards with instructors and peersJoin video calls right through CIMA
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[H5] Gives you operational advantages and control
CIMA now integrates seamlessly with most Learning Management Systems (LMS). You can now launch CIMA assignments and sync grades directly from your LMS—with single sign-on for easy access.
Built-in (not student-reported) time tracking for maximum hybrid program compliance
Manage your student accounts: including enrollments, password resets, drops, etc.
Flexible, on-demand reporting with dozens of templates to streamline back-office tasks
Cheating prevention and content restrictions
Integrate CIMA grades with CourseKey
[H3] Amplify your students' learning experience and school's operational efficiency with integrations and content collaborations.
Integrations and WorkflowsSetup integration to receive student grades within the following platforms.
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Content CollaborationsGo beyond curriculum content. Bring partner content to your students right within CIMA.
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LMS SupportWe’ve made it easier than ever to connect CIMA with your Learning Management Systems (LMS)
Launch CIMA from Your LMS: Deep link directly to individual assignments or full courses.
Grade Syncing: Set up grades from CIMA to flow straight into your LMS gradebook—saving time and reducing errors.
Single Sign-On (SSO): Students and instructors can access CIMA content with one login—simple, secure, and streamlined.
To get started, please fill out this form.
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[H4] “The CIMA program offered an improved learning experience overall. With digital resources and tools, our students can learn at their own pace, revisit topics they don't understand, and get immediate feedback on their progress. Our teachers, in turn, monitored students' progress more closely and provide personalized support where needed. With these advantages in mind, it's clear that online programs offer a promising path forward for education.”
[H6] – Geeta H., Kismet Beauty & Wellness Institute
[H5] CIMA is more than just a curriculum platform. It is available for all your educational content:
Milady digital courses now in English and SpanishMilady eTextbook accessMilady instructor resourcesYour own content/learning pathsCIMA Collabs partner contentStand-alone exam prep solutionManage school-wide student groups and announcementsRequest a Demo
Not quite ready? Attend a webinar instead.
[H4] “All our webinars and training for CIMA have been wonderful!! A lot of information was given, and all educators were very helpful and informative with their knowledge and any questions that we asked.”
Kim Smith • Altoona Beauty School • Altoona, PA
[H5] Timeline to your Day 1 with CIMA
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[H5] Timeline to your Day 1 with CIMA
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[H2] Request a demo.

[H1] Career of Possibilities
Considering attending beauty, wellness, or barbering school? This section is dedicated to providing you with valuable insights and information that will help you pursue an education that leads to a thriving career in this amazing industry as well as providing you with personal fulfillment. Join us on this exciting journey towards a career of possibilities.

[H6] Categories
Considering Beauty SchoolBeauty School ExperiencePreparing for the Exam

[H3] Featured

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Considering Beauty School
[H4] Esthetician vs. Cosmetologist: Which career should you choose?
Want to learn more about which one of these beauty industry jobs could be best for you? Keep reading to learn more about what these beauty professionals do, where they may work and find tips to help you choose which beauty school program is right for you.
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[H3] Editor’s Picks

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[H3] Considering Beauty School

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[H3] Beauty School Experience

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[H5] 12 Tips on How to Prepare for Cosmetology School
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[H3] Preparing for the Exam

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Preparing for the Exam
[H4] Cosmetology State Board Exam: How to Prepare
After beauty and wellness school, just one thing stands in your way of becoming a practicing beauty pro: your state board licensing exams. This guide answers all of your questions about licensing in the beauty industry, provides proven study strategies when preparing for your cosmetology state board exams, and addresses all of your beauty school testing and state board exam questions.
July 21, 202520 min read

[H1] Prepare your students to pass their licensing exam on the first try. Introducing CIMA ExamReady™.
[H5] Available Now.
While your curriculum builds the foundation, many students still feel unsure about their exam readiness—and struggle to know where to focus. CIMA ExamReady™ is a targeted prep tool that helps students concentrate on the right topics. With practice questions aligned to Candidate Information Bulletins (CIBs), CIMA ExamReady™ reinforces key concepts and guides students toward the areas that matter most.Get the Details on CIMA ExamReady™
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[H2] Confidence isn't taught—it's built.
CIMA ExamReady equips students with focused, exam-aligned practice that helps them identify strengths, close gaps, and build the confidence they need to walk into their state board exams fully prepared.
[H3] Building mastery and boosting pass rates—here's why CIMA ExamReady™ works:
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[H5] Assess student readiness from day one.
Students start with an initial assessment that highlights where they stand and where to focus—giving them a clear path forward from the very beginning.

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[H5] Build practice that mirrors the real exam.
CIMA ExamReady™ is aligned directly to your state's theory exam Candidate Information Bulletins (CIBs), so students prepare with the same structure, topics, and question types they’ll face on test day. It’s not just practice—it’s preparation built to match the exam.
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[H5] Help students pass their licensing exam on the first try.
With access to over 600 exam-style questions and timed mock exams, CIMA ExamReady™ helps students build confidence and learn how to pace themselves—so they’re prepared to complete the full exam on test day and succeed.
[H5] Students can build mastery through progress tracking.
Students get a personalized view of their performance by topic, helping them stay focused and make the most of their study time.
[H5] Instructors can pinpoint learning gaps by topic.
This detailed view helps instructors identify which concepts students are mastering—and which ones need reinforcement. With topic-level insights, educators can tailor instruction to meet the needs of the whole class or individual learners.
[H5] Supports multiple licensure programs.
Covers Cosmetology, Esthetics, Barbering, and Nail Technology—a versatile solution for a wide range of programs. Available in English, with Spanish support available for select products.
[H5] No customization required—it's built to perform.
CIMA ExamReady™ doesn’t need course customization to deliver results. It’s already aligned to your state's theory exams, so students are practicing exactly what they’ll be tested on. Launch confidently—no extra setup needed.
[H2] Real Students. Real Success.
[H4] “CIMA ExamReady clearly showed me what I needed to work on and where I already excelled. It’s a wonderful opportunity and gives you the tools to pass your exam on the first try! It saves time in the study process by pinpointing exactly where to focus, so you don’t feel overwhelmed or unsure where to start."
[H6] —Student at Elaine Sterling Institute
[H4] “It was extremely nice to have an outlet to practice and highlight the areas you need to work on. I have been out of school for 10 years and went back for my cosmetology license and haven’t studied in quite some time, this made it effective and easy and made me feel super confident in taking this test. ”
[H6] —Student at The Salon Professional Academy (TSPA) – Appleton
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[H2] Zero-Risk Student Pass Guarantee—because we're that confident.
We believe in the power of CIMA ExamReady™ to help students succeed. That’s why we’re offering a Zero-Risk Student Pass Guarantee. If a student uses CIMA ExamReady™ and doesn’t pass their state board exam, your school will receive a replacement seat at no cost. Limited time offer. Excludes NY. See terms and conditions.Get the Details on CIMA ExamReady™
[H2] Frequently asked questions.
1Is CIMA ExamReady™ different than CIMA Exam Prep?CIMA ExamReady™ is aligned to the Candidate Information Bulletins (CIBs) for state licensing exams - both in terms of topics and weight. Exam Prep is aligned to the chapters of the textbook, and each chapter is weighed equally. By being CIB-aligned, we’re ensuring that your students are spending the right amount of time practicing the exact topics that they’ll encounter on the exam.
2Which exams is CIMA ExamReady™ aligned with?Content is mapped directly to the written theory exams for Cosmetology, Esthetics, Barbering, and Nail Technology for the NIC and PSI national exams plus those of select states. Additional exam alignments may be added in the future. See here to find out which exam your state uses.
3How do I know which licensing exam my state uses?Each state has its own licensing requirements and may use different exam providers, such as NIC or PSI. To find out which exam your state uses, check here.
4What programs does CIMA ExamReady™ support?Content is mapped directly to the written theory exams for Cosmetology, Esthetics, Barbering, and Nail Technology for the NIC and PSI national exams plus those of select states. Additional exam alignments may be added in the future. See here to find out which exam your state uses.
5What Milady editions does CIMA ExamReady™ support? The great news is that CIMA ExamReady™ is not tied to a specific Milady edition. Rather, it’s aligned with the topics on the national exams. So whether you’re using the latest edition or are one behind, your students can still successfully use it to prepare for their theory exam.
6What languages does CIMA ExamReady™ support?CIMA ExamReady™ is offered in English, with Spanish support available for select products.
7 Is CIMA ExamReady™ designed for written exams only?Yes, CIMA ExamReady™ is built specifically to support preparation for the written theory portion of the licensing exam.
8How do students know what to study within CIMA ExamReady™? Students begin with a diagnostic Readiness Check that highlights their current knowledge level. From there, they use their Mastery Dashboard to identify topics they need to focus on, and select targeted practice quizzes to build mastery in those specific topics. See more on how the product works, on our demo page.
9Does CIMA ExamReady™ offer time tracking functionality?Yes. CIMA ExamReady™ has time tracking functionality to ensure time spent in CIMA is counted towards total clock hours, if needed.
10My school doesn’t use CIMA. Will CIMA ExamReady™ be available in print?CIMA ExamReady™ is exclusive to the CIMA platform, but you don’t need to use CIMA for full curriculum delivery to benefit from it. You can choose to use CIMA solely for ExamReady™ if that’s what works best for you. CIMA enables a personalized experience that allows each of your students to prepare for their exam based on their individual strengths and areas for improvement.
11Can I customize the content in CIMA ExamReady™?CIMA ExamReady™ is ready to use right out the box. Since it’s already aligned to the Candidate Information Bulletins (CIBs) for your state, you can be confident that your students are spending their time practicing the right topics. And since questions for the practice quizzes and full-length mock exams are randomized, students can take them as many times as they want without requiring you to build more practice exams. Lastly, the full-length mock exams are already timed and reflect the same number of questions students will see on exam day, so they’ll get practice pacing themselves as well. Please note: customizing CIMA ExamReady invalidates our Zero-Risk Guarantee. See terms and conditions here.
12What’s different about ExamReady for New York?New York does not publish a Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB) or exam outline. Because of this, we built ExamReady using research and input from experienced New York schools and educators to ensure practice focuses on the topics most commonly emphasized on the exam. The result is a comprehensive, SME‑validated course designed to give New York candidates the targeted preparation they need to succeed.
13Does ExamReady include state licensing or regulations questions?No. Only a very limited number of states include licensing or regulatory items on their written exams. Because of this, ExamReady focuses on the core technical topics that make up the majority of exams nationwide and where students benefit most from targeted practice.
State‑specific licensing or regulation questions can vary and often require local expertise, so schools that want to include them can easily add those items within their existing CIMA courses for a complete preparation experience.
[H2] CIMA ExamReady™— ISBNs and Pricing
Topics and competencies in CIMA ExamReady™ are aligned to the theory exams developed by NIC, PSI and select state licensing boards. Find your state's exam requirements.CosmetologyEstheticsBarberingNail Technology
[H4] CIMA ExamReady for Cosmetology
Student Seat • List: $49.95 USD
ISBN: 9798214522869 (NIC National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214609904 (Spanish NIC National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214522890 (PSI National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214609935 (Spanish PSI National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214609751 (Florida Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611013 (Spanish Florida Exam)
ISBN: 9798214522920 (Texas Exam)
ISBN: 9798214609812 (New York Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611136 (Ohio Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611259 (Pennsylvania Exam)
Printed Access Code (PAC) • List: $49.95 USD
ISBN: 9798214522876 (NIC National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214609911 (Spanish NIC National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214522906 (PSI National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214609942 (Spanish PSI National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214609768 (Florida Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611020 (Spanish Florida Exam)
ISBN: 9798214522937 (Texas Exam)
ISBN: 9798214609829 (New York Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611143 (Ohio Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611266 (Pennsylvania Exam)
[H4] CIMA ExamReady for Esthetics
Student Seat • List: $49.95 USD
ISBN: 9798214522951 (NIC National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214609966 (Spanish NIC National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214522982 (PSI National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214609997 (Spanish PSI National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214523019 (Texas Exam)
ISBN: 9798214609843 (New York Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611167 (Ohio Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611280 (Pennsylvania Exam)
Printed Access Code (PAC) • List: $49.95 USD
ISBN: 9798214522968 (NIC National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214609973 (Spanish NIC National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214522999 (PSI National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214610009 (Spanish PSI National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214523026 (Texas Exam)
ISBN: 9798214609850 (New York Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611174 (Ohio Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611297 (Pennsylvania Exam)
[H4] CIMA ExamReady for Barbering
Student Seat • List: $49.95 USD
ISBN: 9798214523040 (NIC National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214610023 (Spanish NIC National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214523071 (PSI National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214610054 (Spanish PSI National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214609782 (Florida Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611044 (Spanish Florida Exam)
ISBN: 9798214523101 (Texas Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611198 (Ohio Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611310 (Pennsylvania Exam)
Printed Access Code (PAC) • List: $49.95 USD
ISBN: 9798214523057 (NIC National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214610030 (Spanish NIC National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214523088 (PSI National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214610061 (Spanish PSI National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214609799 (Florida Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611051 (Spanish Florida Exam)
ISBN: 9798214523118 (Texas Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611204 (Ohio Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611327 (Pennsylvania Exam)
[H4] CIMA ExamReady for Nail Technology
Student Seat • List: $49.95 USD
ISBN: 9798214523132 (NIC National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214610085 (Spanish NIC National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214523163 (PSI National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214610115 (Spanish PSI National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214523194 (Texas Exam)
ISBN: 9798214609874 (New York Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611228 (Ohio Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611341 (Pennsylvania Exam)
Printed Access Code (PAC) • List: $49.95 USD
ISBN: 9798214523149 (NIC National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214610092 (Spanish NIC National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214523170 (PSI National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214610122 (Spanish PSI National Exam)
ISBN: 9798214523200 (Texas Exam)
ISBN: 9798214609881 (New York Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611235 (Ohio Exam)
ISBN: 9798214611358 (Pennsylvania Exam)
NIC is a trademark registered and/or owned by the National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology. PSI is a trademark registered and/or owned by PSI Services LLC. These organizations and individual state licensing boards were not involved in the production of and do not endorse this product.
[H3] Help students prepare with purpose—and perform with confidence.
Generic study tools aren’t cutting it. CIMA ExamReady gives your students the structure, content, and feedback they need to walk into their licensing exam feeling prepared. Place your order now.
[H5] Place an order by phone.
Call Customer Service at 866-848-5143 (Mon–Fri, 8am–6pm EST) to place a new order of CIMA ExamReady.
[H5] Place an order online.
Open a support ticket at milady.com/support for purchasing help from customer service, or place your order directly at serviceplus.cengage.com.
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No problem — just fill out this form and we’ll keep you updated on new features, including CIB alignments for more states, additional languages, and more.