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Career Training Programs in Merrillville

Barbering, Cosmetology & Medical Assisting at Denmark College

Start your career with hands-on training at Denmark College’s Merrillville campus. Located in Northwest Indiana, our Merrillville location is convenient for students from South Chicago, Gary, Hammond, East Chicago, and surrounding communities in Lake County and Porter County.

Whether you’re looking to enter the beauty industry or start a career in healthcare, Denmark College offers the skills-focused programs that can help you reach your goals.

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Merrillville Campus

Denmark College’s Merrillville campus is centrally located just off U.S. Route 30 and I-65, making it easy to get to from both Northern Indiana and the South Side of Chicago. The campus offers flexible class schedules, personalized support, and a real-world learning environment where students thrive.

Address: 8101 Polo Club Dr., Merrillville, IN 46410
Easy access from I-65 and U.S. Route 30
Serving students from Merrillville, Gary, Hammond, Crown Point, Valparaiso, and South Chicago.

Barbering Program

Train to become a licensed barber with hands-on instruction in cutting, shaving, beardgrooming, and more. Work with real clients in a professional barbershop setting and get prepared for the Indiana State Licensing Exam.

You'll learn:

  • Clipper and shear cutting techniques
  • Beard trims and straight razor shaves
  • Sanitation and safety
  • Client communication and shop management
  • State board exam prep

Our curriculum is designed to prepare you to become a licensed barber in Illinois and work in a barbershop, salon, or even open your own business.


Consider the training you will receive at Denmark College to advance your career and try a brand new path to success. Consider the training you will receive at Denmark College to advance your career and try a brand new path to success. Consider the training you will receive at Denmark College to advance your career and try a brand new path to success.



Consider the training you will receive at Denmark College to advance your career and try a brand new path to success. Consider the training you will receive at Denmark College to advance your career and try a brand new path to success. Consider the training you will receive at Denmark College to advance your career and try a brand new path to success.

Cosmetology Program

If you’re passionate about hair, makeup, and beauty, Denmark College’s Cosmetology Program gives you the skills to work in a salon or launch your own business. You’ll gain experience in hairstyling, coloring, skincare, nails, and more.

You'll learn:

  • Haircutting and styling techniques
  • Hair coloring and chemical treatments
  • Manicures, pedicures, and nail art
  • Skincare and makeup applications
  • Client service and business skills
  • Licensing preparation for Indiana




Medical Assisting Program

Looking for a rewarding career in healthcare? Our Medical Assisting Program trains you to work in doctors’ offices, clinics, and medical centers. With a blend of classroom learning and hands-on labs, you’ll graduate ready to support both patients and physicians.

You'll learn:

  • Clinical procedures like vital signs and EKGs
  • Patient scheduling and recordkeeping
  • Injections and basic lab testing
  • Medical terminology and ethics
  • Externship opportunities for real-world experience

Consider the training you will receive at Denmark College to advance your career and try a brand new path to success. Consider the training you will receive at Denmark College to advance your career and try a brand new path to success. Consider the training you will receive at Denmark College to advance your career and try a brand new path to success.

Why Choose Denmark College in Merrillville?

Our programs are designed to be completed in less than a year, helping you move quickly from the classroom to the workplace

Denmark College in Merrillville

Benefits of Denmark College Programs in Merrillville

  • Experienced Instructors who bring real-world insight
  • Hands-On Training with live clients and lab experience
  • Modern Facilities and career-focused programs
  • Flexible Schedules for busy students
  • Financial Aid Available to those who qualify
  • Career Services Support after graduation

Program Details

  • Barbering Program: Approx. 11 months
  • Cosmetology Program: Approx. 11 months
  • Medical Assisting Program: Approx. 10 months
  • Format: In-person, hands-on training
  • Location: 8101 Polo Club Dr., Merrillville, IN 46410
  • Admissions: Year-round enrollment available
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Denmark College – Merrillville Campus
8101 Polo Club Drive
Merrillville, IN 46410
Open Monday–Friday
Convenient to South Chicago, Gary, Hammond & Crown Point

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