Cosmetologists and Barbers of Iowa, Inc. (CBI)

We are proud to be Iowa’s largest non-profit association of salon professionals. 

"Our goal is to bring everyone in the industry into one cohesive and effective unit, in order to
 "protect and promote" with continuing education and legislative safeguards."

Upcoming events

August 30, 2026 • LaJames International College Lower Level Educational Classroom 4444 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
August 30, 2026 • NIACC Charles City Career Center, 203 Brantingham Steet, Charles City Iowa
CBI Event - Scalp Massage Techniques

Cosmetology & Barbers of Iowa, Inc.

Mid-Eastern Hairlines Affiliate #5

Benefits & Techniques of Scalp Massage for Cosmetologists, Estheticians & Massage for Nail Technicians

🗓️ Date & Time
Monday, September 14, 2026
Registration: 4:30 PM
Class: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location
LaJames International College
Lower Level Educational Classroom
4444 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
🎟️ Admission
CBI Members: Free Non-Members: $35.00

Featured Guest Speaker

Amanda Schwendinger

Cosmetologist for 23 years & Massage Therapist for 22 years at Moxie Salon in Cedar Rapids.

Amanda will share the clinical and relaxation benefits of scalp massage for Cosmetologists and Estheticians, along with specialized hand and arm massage techniques for Nail Technicians.

Ready to Reserve Your Spot?

Register by contacting President Ruthie Trudo:

Cosmetology: Look & Learn with Stephanie
Special Styling Workshop

COSMETOLOGY: LOOK & LEARN

with Stephanie

Registration Deadline: Friday, October 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM
📅 Date
Sunday, Oct 4, 2026
⏰ Time
8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Location
NIACC Charles City Career Center
203 Brantingham St | Charles City, IA
💵 Class Fee
$65.00
⚠️ Important Registration Notes
  • Professional license # required at registration
  • No walk-ins allowed
  • NO FEBRUARY CLASS (only one class offered per year)
Cosmetology hair cutting and styling techniques
Live Demonstrations & Look & Learn Techniques


CBI is proud to announce an added benefit for members!




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