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DVU | Beauty Business College
Who Is Diamond Venom University?
Beauty school is designed to prepare students for state board testing. A simply general beauty education experience is provided. For many, the gap between getting licensed and enjoying a successful beauty career seems huge. This is why we created DIAMOND VENOM UNIVERSITY!
Our revolutionary university rivals the educational infrastructure of traditional universities, while providing the laser focused niche education necessary for longterm beauty industry success! We have two colleges within our University. Our Beauty & Barber College is where aspiring beauty professionals can obtain licensure through the state board. Our Beauty Business College is made up of various schools where beauty professionals can obtain industry specific training in advanced beauty technique, Customer service soft skills and Business Development & Marketing
The virtual VENOM UNIVERSITY experience provides fingertip access to quality training materials & coaching assistance. In addition, weekly zoom calls & tests are built into our training program to ensure comprehension of acquired knowledge.. Every student advances at their own pace regardless of tenure in the program. Work ethic makes the difference with us!
We fill the gap by providing specialized skills training, customer service training, branding and business development. Our program is the perfect combination of 1 on 1 skills training, marketing training and business management training. This is all covered in a concise manner at a fraction of the cost of traditional college.
Students are able to select classes in an a la carte manner (individually) or with a full skillset mastery program. Individual courses result in a completion certificate. This means intermediate and advanced braiders & stylists only have to sign up for the specific training they need!
Full course programs result in a diploma, personalized graduation and their own profitable & scaleable registered business! Our unique program empowers students to walk away with the proven ability to turn training into profit! Each training experience culminates with their own personalized graduation ceremony. This celebration also includes them getting their own interview segment on our "DVA BOSS TALKS" podcast to showcase your business.
We are excited about your journey and the growth you will experience during and after this program!
VENOM UNIVERSITY | BEAUTY & BUSINESS COLLEGE
AVAILABLE SCHOOLS, PROGRAMS & COURSES
1 on 1 braiding classes Richmond, VA | Knotless Braids Classes | Students are able to choose a Major, Minor & Concentration Area. Individual Courses & Double Majors are possible as well. Get connected with a counselor to help you choose the best path for your career!
Natural Hair Care Mastery
$597
1 on 1 natural hair classes Richmond, VA | Knotless Braids Classes | Learn How To Care For Natural Hair From Start To Finish!
- Sanitation
- Healthy Hair Care / Product Knowledge
- Portfolio Best Practices
- Social Presence
- Proficiency Skill Drills
Protective Styling Mastery
$997
1 on 1 braiding classes Richmond, VA | Learn How To Perform A Protective Styling Service From Start To Finish!
Choose From Four Mastery Options: Knotless, Twists, FeedIns & Faux Locs
- Parting Mastery (Square, Scallop, Triangle)
- Prepart Fundamentals
- Finishing Techniques
- Portfolio Best Practices
- Social Presence
- Pricing Rules of Thumb
- Efficiency Skill Drills
Introduction To Nail Care & Nail Artistry Mastery
$1997
Acrylic Nail classes Richmond, VA | Learn How To Perform An Acrylic Nail Enhancement Service From Start To Finish
- Sanitation
- Healthy Nail Care / Product Knowledge
- Shaping Mastery (Square, Almond, Stiletto, etc)
- AcrylicBead Fundamentals
- Finishing Techniques
- Portfolio Best Practices
- Social Presence
- Pricing Rules of Thumb
Customer Experience Mastery
$497
1 on 1 customer service classes Richmond, VA | Learn how to provide a 5 star service experience for your client!
- Customer Care 101
- Communication Etiquette
- Keys To Providing A Luxury Client Experience
- Social Presence
- Pricing Rules of Thumb
Business Ownership Mastery
$997
Beauty Business classes Richmond, VA | Learn how to properly structure & position your beauty business to be a scaleable six figure brand.
- Business Plan 101
- Business Strategy
- Effective Budgeting
- Financial Forecasting
- Bossology
Beauty Business Social Marketing
$997
Beauty Business classes Richmond, VA | Learn how to properly structure & position your beauty business to be a scaleable six figure brand.
- Social Media Strategy
- Reputation Management
- Transmedia Storytelling
- Visual Journalisim
- Effective Marketing Strategy
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VENOM UNIVERSITY | SCHOOLS OF STUDY
DVU SCHOOL OF NATURAL HAIR CARE SCIENCES
1 on 1 braiding classes Richmond, VA | Knotless Braids Classes | Natural Hair Care Sciences Studies Provide A Fundamental Education In Healthy Natural Hair Care, Natural Protective Styles & Curl Safe Silk Press Methodology.
Natural Hair Care
LEVEL 1
1 on 1 braiding classes Richmond, VA | Knotless Braids Classes | Learn How To Perform A Knotless Braids Service From Start To Finish
- Sanitation
- Healthy Hair Care / Product Knowledge
- Proper Shampoo Technique
- Proper Blow dry Technique
- 90 Degree Cut / Trim For Curly Textures
- Portfolio Best Practices
- Social Presence
- Pricing Rules of Thumb
Natural Protective Styling
LEVEL 2
1 on 1 braiding classes Richmond, VA | Learn How To Perform A Stitch Braid Service From Start To Finish
- Sanitation
- Healthy Hair Care / Product Knowledge
- Parting Mastery (Square, Scallop, Triangle)
- Tension Free Styling
- Prepart Fundamentals
- Finishing Techniques
- Portfolio Best Practices
- Social Presence
- Pricing Rules of Thumb
Curl Safe Silk Press Methodology
LEVEL 3
1 on 1 braiding classes Richmond, VA | Learn How To Perform A Senegalese Twist Service From Start To Finish
- Sanitation
- Healthy Hair Care / Product Knowledge
- Science of Product Layering
- Heat Tool Safety
- Advanced Marcel Technique
- Finishing Techniques
- Portfolio Best Practices
- Social Presence
- Pricing Rules of Thumb
DVU SCHOOL OF PROTECTIVE STYLING ARTISTRY
1 on 1 braiding classes Richmond, VA | Knotless Braids Classes | Master Braider Program Provides Thorough Training In Each Competency Listed Below.
Knotless Braids Mastery
$797
1 on 1 braiding classes Richmond, VA | Knotless Braids Classes | Learn How To Perform A Knotless Braids Service From Start To Finish
- Sanitation
- Healthy Hair Care / Product Knowledge
- Parting Mastery (Square, Scallop, Triangle)
- Prepart Fundamentals
- Finishing Techniques
- Portfolio Best Practices
- Social Presence
- Pricing Rules of Thumb
Stitch Braids Mastery
$797
1 on 1 braiding classes Richmond, VA | Learn How To Perform A Stitch Braid Service From Start To Finish
- Sanitation
- Healthy Hair Care / Product Knowledge
- Parting Mastery (Square, Scallop, Triangle)
- Prepart Fundamentals
- Finishing Techniques
- Portfolio Best Practices
- Social Presence
- Pricing Rules of Thumb
Senegalese Twists Mastery
$797
1 on 1 braiding classes Richmond, VA | Learn How To Perform A Senegalese Twist Service From Start To Finish
- Sanitation
- Healthy Hair Care / Product Knowledge
- Parting Mastery (Square, Scallop, Triangle)
- Prepart Fundamentals
- Finishing Techniques
- Portfolio Best Practices
- Social Presence
- Pricing Rules of Thumb
Faux Loc Mastery
$797
1 on 1 braiding classes Richmond, VA | Learn How To Perform A Faux Loc Service From Start To Finish
- Sanitation
- Healthy Hair Care / Product Knowledge
- Parting Mastery (Square, Scallop, Triangle)
- Prepart Fundamentals
- Finishing Techniques
- Portfolio Best Practices
- Social Presence
- Pricing Rules of Thumb
Braided Wig Making Mastery
$997
1 on 1 braiding classes Richmond, VA | Learn How To Construct A Custom Wig Service From Start To Finish
- Sanitation
- Healthy Hair Care / Product Knowledge
- Tension Free Braid down For Alopecia
- Ventilation Technique
- Sewing Machine Method
- Installation Demo** (Only Cosmetologists Can Install)
- Portfolio Best Practices
- Social Presence
- Pricing Rules of Thumb
DVU SCHOOL OF ADVANCED NAIL ARTISTRY
1 on 1 braiding classes Richmond, VA | Knotless Braids Classes | Master Braider Program Provides Thorough Training In Each Competency Listed Below.
Luxury Natural Nail Care
$597
Nail Technician classes Richmond, VA | Learn How To Perform A Natural Manicure & Pedicure Service From Start To Finish
- Sanitation
- Healthy Nail Care
- Product Knowledge
- Proper Shaping
- Luxury Manicuring
- Luxury Pedicuring
- Finishing Techniques
- Portfolio Best Practices
- Social Presence
- Pricing Rules of Thumb
Acrylic Nail Enhancements
$797
Acrylic Nail classes Richmond, VA | Learn How To Perform An Acrylic Nail Enhancement Service From Start To Finish
- Sanitation
- Healthy Nail Care / Product Knowledge
- Shaping Mastery (Square, Almond, Stiletto, etc)
- AcrylicBead Fundamentals
- Finishing Techniques
- Portfolio Best Practices
- Social Presence
- Pricing Rules of Thumb
Advanced Acrylic Nail Enhancements
$997
Acrylic Nail classes Richmond, VA | Learn How To Perform An Acrylic Nail Enhancement Service From Start To Finish
- Sanitation
- Healthy Nail Care / Product Knowledge
- Shaping Mastery (Square, Almond, Stiletto, etc)
- Encapsulation
- Nail Artistry
- Acrylic Bead Fundamentals
- Finishing Techniques
- Portfolio Best Practices
- Social Presence
- Pricing Rules of Thumb
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DVU BRAID BOSS LAB | Success Stories
Soul Stylez | Shamika Shantae
Shamika was already a licensed cosmetologist specializing in soft locs. She traveled from DC to take our 1 on 1 Knotless Braids course in Richmond, VA. This talented queen went through our Intermediate Braider program and experienced outstanding results! After completing our course content, She was able to add knotless to her books, increase her pricing, book more clients and experience optimal confidence & success as a stylist!
It only took her under 30 days to complete the training because she was super dedicated. She went from under charging to booked, busy & paid! After this course, her knotless went from $75 to $150. Then from $150 to $250 in a matter of only three appointments. Now her clients pay $250 as the base price!
She now not only has her own studio suite, but she just purchased her own place in a new city! Let's go Beauty Boss!
Fun Fact:
Shamika is a talented Singer & Song writer with recorded songs. Check out her single "Boss Up"
Social:
TikTok: @shamikachantae
IG: @soulstylez
Lavish Jewelz | Armani Hall
This talented queen was an intermediate stylist already doing knotless braids and other styles. She also was a cosmetology student at the time. After completing our 1 on 1 Stitch Braid course content, She was able to increase her confidence in her stitch braid skill set. Armani is booked and busy and has multiple services that she offers within her business.
She is currently gainfully employed at an upscale salon and has successfully completed beauty school as well! Let's go Beauty Boss!
Fun Fact:
Armani is a silk press specialist. She will give you body and movement for days!
Social:
IG: @lavishjewelz
Pretty Vicious Glam | Sydnii Charmaine
This talented queen was an intermediate stylist already offering knotless braids and other beauty services. She also was a cosmetology student at the time. After completing our 1 on 1 Stitch Braid course content, She was able to add a new skillset to her service offerings and revamp her booking structure.
Sydnii has also graduated beauty school is armed with killer talent to take the beauty industry by storm! She is currently gainfully employed at an upscale salon, works with a bridal company and has successfully completed beauty school as well! Let's go Beauty Boss!
Fun Fact:
Sydnii is a short cut queen! (Our CEO recently got a stunning cut from her.) In addition to this, she is a talented jewelry maker. Check out her beautiful collections on IG: @sydniicharmaine!
Social:
IG: @prettyviciousglam (Hair)
IG: @sydniicharmaine (Jewelry)
The Braid Aficionado| Shae
1 on 1 braiding classes Richmond, VA | Knotless Braids Classes | This talented queen took a knotless class with the DVA BOSS LAB ACADEMY. She took the 120 Day Bootcamp Training and has improved significantly on efficiency and proficiency when installing knotless braids. She is a perfectionist who pays careful attention to detail!
Shae works mornings Mon - Fri in the Student Salon to Build Skills, Speed, Clientele and her portfolio.
Fun Fact:
Shae also want's to add Russian Manicures and gel manicures to her skillset.
Nani Braids | Nani Monae
1 on 1 braiding classes Richmond, VA | Knotless Braids Classes | This amazing young queen was a beginner who had never braided before. She took the 120 Day Bootcamp Training and is currently in her first 30 days perfecting her craft. Nani is mastering knotless braids. She is currently an honor roll student in middle school.
Nani will be working on Saturdays in the Student Salon to Build Skills, Speed, Clientele and her portfolio. This queen will be a six figure beauty professional before she graduates High School!
Fun Fact:
Nani is a talented dancer and singer.
Meet The CEO, Head Instructor & Program Director
Dezi "Diamond" Chrishon - Licensed Cosmetologist, Master Braider & Healthy Hair Care Specialist
Our owner and instructor, Dezi Chrishon, has 13 plus years of experience in the field of natural hair care and braiding. She is also well versed in healthy hair growth and hair restoration as a certified Cranial Prosthesis Specialist. Her love for hair began in high school and grew exponentially from there!
Our company started out as a "side hustle" operation around PT and eventually FT corporate work. Dezi's business experience stems from her many corporate customer service, sales and management roles. These skill sets enabled her to quickly gain and retain more clients when she took "the leap".
In Feb 2019, this line of work became a full time focus for our owner. Business quickly grew as a result of hard work, humility & positive word of mouth. After a successful first year of turning a profit, our business structure was incorporated into an LLC. Shortly after, she opened her first salon, Diamond Venom Braiding Studio, in 2020. Her success inspired her to pay it forward. Dezi 's passion for small businesses in Richmond led her to convert her salon into a beauty school & marketing academy to help future professionals.
Dezi continued to pursue excellence in her career by returning to beauty school after opening and operating a successful braiding salon in 2020. On the weekends she still taught braiding classes. She hustled and fought her way through beauty school while maintaining a ft schedule with the salon after school. Completing cosmetology school fueled her passion for beauty even more. Dezi aced her theory and practical exams; successfully becoming a Fully Licensed Cosmetologist!
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DIAMOND VENOM UNIVERSITY
BEAUTY, BRANDING & BUSINESS COLLEGE
Make your next move, after beauty school, your best move! Enjoy an elite & laser focused collegiate level beauty business training experience. We provide a proven blueprint for beauty career success!