Introducing Async Learning — Our New Adventure Starts Now!

At Milan Institute, we’re always looking for ways to make your education work better for you. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce an exciting new chapter in how we deliver your programs — introducing Asynchronous (Async) Learning!

What Is Async Learning?

Async learning means you’ll have the flexibility to complete a portion of your coursework online, on your own schedule — without sacrificing the hands-on, in-person training that makes a Milan Institute education truly special. Think of it as the best of both worlds: the freedom of online learning combined with the real skills you build face-to-face with your instructors and classmates on campus.

This is our new adventure, and we can’t wait to take it with you.

Manicurist & Esthetician Students — Here’s What’s Changing

For our Manicurist (MANI) and Esthetician (EST) students, Phase 1 of the new async model kicks off with upcoming class starts in late April 2026.

Here’s the breakdown:

25 hours per week — same total program hours as before
16 hours per week on campus, focused on skill-building and hands-on practice
9 hours per week async — completed online anytime between Sunday 12:00 AM and Saturday 11:59 PM

Day and Evening students are both included, so no matter your schedule, this new model is built around your life. Evening students starting 3/30 will have a two-week overlap period as the new schedule rolls out, with Instructor D leading the transition before moving to the updated format.

New class starts (4/27 and 4/29) will launch directly into the async schedule, so you’ll hit the ground running from day one!

Cosmetology, Advanced Cosmetology & Barber Students — Your Date Is April 20, 2026

Starting with the new class that starts on April 20, 2026, all Cosmetology (COS), Advanced Cosmetology (ADV COS), and Barber (BARB) students — day and evening — will begin the async hybrid model.

Here’s what to expect:

30 hours per week total (day and evening)
19 hours on campus + 11 hours async
All sessions are on the same curriculum week, so everyone stays in sync even while learning on different schedules

Async learning starts with exciting modules in Nails/Skin/Shave/Lash—hands-on subjects you’ll be able to reinforce online before perfecting them on the salon floor.

New Schedule Options Starting April 20:

Session	Days	Hours
Day Session A	MTW	8:00 AM – 2:50 PM
Day Session B	MTWTH	1:00 PM – 5:45 PM
Evening	MTWTH	5:45 PM – 10:30 PM
BAK & ELPW Evening	MTWTH + F	5:30–9:30 PM + 5:30–8:30 PM

A TWTHF schedule (8:00–1:00 and F 8:00–12:00) is planned and will begin in August.

Testing: Always On Campus, Always Supported

One thing that will never change — your tests will always be taken on campus and proctored by Milan Institute staff. We believe in your success, and that means ensuring every assessment truly reflects the amazing skills you’re building.

Here’s how it works:

Testing schedules are posted in advance — no surprises, just preparation
Students are assigned specific testing times, so you always know when and where to show up
Dedicated proctors will be on-site to support you every step of the way

Allied Health Programs — Coming Soon!

For our Medical Assistant (MA), Dental Assistant (DA), and AMA students, async learning is also on the horizon. Here’s what’s in store:

You’ll continue using Blackboard — just with a fresh new course experience
Exams remain on campus for MA and DA students
MA students will have a dedicated tutoring schedule (details coming soon!)
DA and AMA students will have their instructor right alongside them during lab activities to reinforce and explain concepts in real time

More details for Allied Health programs are coming — stay tuned!

Why This Is Great News for You

Async learning isn’t just a scheduling change — it’s a smarter way to learn. It gives you the flexibility to review course material when it clicks best for you, while ensuring your most important skills are practiced and perfected right here on campus, with your instructors and your Milan community.

You chose Milan Institute because you want a career you’re proud of. We’re building a program worthy of that ambition.

Reach out to your campus today — we’re here to help you every step of the way.