About Deb Long
Hello! I’m Deb Long
Deb Long/ Licensed Cosmetologist, Licensed Cosmetology Teacher, Licensed Sponsor of Continued Education for the entire Beauty industry, Board Certified Permanent Make up Technician, Board Certified Permanent Make up Instructor, National PMU Certification, Licensed Tattoo Artist, Nail Technology School License, Esthetic School License, Permanent Make -up & Massage School Licenses –
(Owner of Advanced Educator Inc School of Beauty)
Deb Long – Owner / Instructor
I started in the beauty industry at just 15 years old in as part of a Co-op program offered through my high school. I graduated from cosmetology school at just 16 years old and became a licensed cosmetologist before I graduated from high school! I also graduated early from high school, and I went directly to work full time in the field of cosmetology! After working for several years in the field of cosmetology, I was asked by the local cosmetology school help teach, at that time I received my Teaching License as a Licensed Cosmetology Instructor. I decided to open my own school at the age of 29!
I currently hold 8 professional licenses – over 50 certifications and a patent in the Tattoo industry, Cosmetology, Cosmetic Make- up, and Advanced Medical Esthetics field. I have had extensive advanced training in all aspects of cosmetology and cosmetic tattooing. I have traveled and studied with the best trainers from all over the world for my education, including Hollywood make-up artists and doctors. I have worked on stage doing hair and make up for runway, photography, theatre, magazines, video, & T. V. and won awards for make-up artistry. I really love to teach this trade! I stay current and continue my training as well. I recently assisted IDPH (Illinois Department of Health) in rewriting the Tattoo and Body art law. My school has been mentioned in Marie Claire, Vogue magazine, I have written articles that were published in 50’s News & Views magazine, I have done several T V appearances on the Gretchen & Mark show in Central Illinois and been interviewed by CNN.
I was the first person to open a Licensed Nail Technology School in 1995 in Central Illinois when it became a law for Nail Technicians to become licensed in this state. We are still the only Nail school (open to the public) in central Illinois. My reason for opening and owning a school is to help every student achieve their dream. I honestly hope that every student that comes through the school becomes more successful than I am. My school is fully licensed, family owned, we are not a chain school, it is a very small private school, meaning that we keep the class sizes very small on purpose so each student will get the attention that they deserve. Education is number one. Class schedules may also be adjusted to fit your busy schedules. * All advanced classes are done one on one. I will always be here (in the school) either as your instructor (or) just in the school! It is always a good idea to choose a school that has been running smoothly for several years with graduates that are successful! I do encourage everyone looking for a school to visit all schools (in person) ask for a tour – pick the right fit for you!
- Licenses may be verified at Illinois cosmetology license 011-196257
- Illinois Teacher License #012-006235
- Illinois Sponsor License #190000271
- Illinois School License #171-000150
- Illinois School License #133-000116
- Illinois Tattoo License #5679
- Licenses may be verified at www.idfdpr.com , www.micropigmentation.org & www.ibhe.org
