Saint Paul College has an exciting new Hair Technician Program, and the first student to complete it, Joua Vue, has set the bar high. Before completing this program, Joua already had a job lined up at Signature Salon of Woodbury.

After beginning her career in Accounting, Joua was excited to learn that Saint Paul College had opened this new program. She was looking for a career to help balance her busy life while raising four children. She recalls being scared when enrolling in the program but quickly becoming more comfortable as she learned extensive hands-on hair styling and coloring techniques. Joua adds that she wouldn’t be where she is now without her instructors’ incredible, caring support:

“I love my instructors as they care so much about my well-being and taught me many invaluable skills that improved my self-confidence, which I can take to my employer. School is hard, but it is much easier with the right instructors, and SPC’s Cosmetology program has the best!”
Joua Vue, First SPC Hair Technician Program Graduate

Joua is emotional as she prepares to move on from Saint Paul College to her first job in this new career field. She feels the love on campus from her supportive instructors and staff, who help her feel welcomed and valued for who she is. “I feel honored and proud to be the first student to complete this program, and to do it on time while caretaking of my family brings me great joy.”

Cosmetology Instructor Marcie Smith-Fields is excited to bring this new program to SPC because she believes there are other students who want to get started in the beauty industry with a focus on hair. The Board of Cosmetology issued this new license in July 2024, and it can be completed in less than two semesters. Marcie believes the program could not have started better, with Joua being the first student to complete it.

“Joua has set the bar high for future Hair Technicians. Perfect attendance shows her dedication, diligence, and determination for success. Joua will be a name that we will use in our department to reference the first person to complete the Hair Technician Program and do it without missing a day. Joua has completed this first step at Saint Paul College to her journey of success, and the other faculties and I are honored to have been a part of it.”
Marcie Smith-Fields, SPC Cosmetology Instructor