Florida Career College

Florida Career College Partners with Becca's Closet to Make Prom Dreams Come True

LAUDERDALE LAKES, Fla. – For many girls, preparing for the high school prom is a joyous occasion, which includes finding the perfect dress and arranging for a hair appointment, manicure and make-up application. In May, the Lauderdale Lakes campus of Florida Career College (FCC) will partner with Becca’s Closet to help make these prom dreams come true for girls in need.

Girls who visit Becca’s Closet, which provides dresses to high school students who otherwise might not be able to attend their proms or homecomings, will walk away not only with a beautiful prom dress but also with a gift certificate for a free hairstyle, manicure or make-up application at The Spa at The College at FCC Lauderdale Lakes.

“Memories of your high school prom last a lifetime and every girl deserves to look fabulous on that special day,” said Program Director of Cosmetology Theresa Jacobs, FCC Lauderdale Lakes. “We felt this would be a great way for our campus and our students to give back to the community by helping to make prom dreams come true.”

The Spa at The College offers salon services that pamper clients for a fraction of the cost of high-end salons. All treatments are performed by students from the FCC School of Cosmetology under the full direction of instructors. Additional services also will be available including:

Shampoo and conditioning $5

Cuts $10; Blow Dry $10

Styles from $10 to $35

Hair Extensions from $10 to $45

Coloring from $15 to $40

Permanents from $25 to $35

Chemical Relaxers from $25 to $40

Manicures from $10 to $20

Artificial Nails – full set $20, fills $12

Pedicures from $15 to $25

Facials $15 to $25

Exfoliation $50

Massages from $15 to $25

Make-up Application $15

Waxing $5 each for Eyebrows, Lip, Chin

The Spa at the College is located on the FCC campus at 3383 N. State Road 7. Hours are Monday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 6 to 10 p.m.; on Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Appointments for each prom makeover are required. To make an appointment, call 877-250-6772. For more information about Florida Career College visit careercollege.edu.

###

About Florida Career College (FCC)

Florida Career College (FCC) was founded as Florida Programming and Educational Center, Inc. in 1982 in Miami, Fla. In 2003, the School changed its name to Florida Career College and has grown to nine campus locations. FCC’s newest campus in Boynton Beach began classes on March 29, 2010.

FCC campuses in Brandon, Boynton Beach, Jacksonville, Hialeah, Lauderdale Lakes, Miami, Pembroke Pines and West Palm Beach are accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) to offer diploma, Associate of Science degree and Bachelor of Science degree programs. The Clearwater campus is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE) to offer diploma and Associate of Science degree programs.

Programs are available in business administration, cosmetology, information technology, clinical skin care, massage therapy, and an array of allied health fields including: medical assistant, patient care technician, health information management, health insurance billing and coding, medical assistant technician and medical office administrator. Program offerings vary per campus.

The Florida Career College administrative offices are located at 3383 North State Road 7, Lauderdale Lakes, Fla. For more information, call 1-888-852-7272 or visit careercollege.edu.

About Becca’s Closet

Becca's Closet was created as a legacy to 16-year-old Rebecca Kirtman and the project she started. Becca's Closet provides formal attire to high school students who otherwise would not be able to attend their prom/homecoming. Our mission is to continue her vision and dream of helping others. In Becca's memory, scholarships are awarded to deserving high school students to advance their education. What began with the phrase, “It's just a dress...but it's so much more,” now honors the life of Becca, a cheerleader, honor student, and caring young woman, who passed away in a tragic automobile accident on August 20, 2003. Today there are Becca’s Closet chapters in more than 30 states. For information, call 954-424-9999 or visit beccascloset.org/