Commit your actions to the Lord, and your plans will succeed. — Proverbs 16:3
Amid its 30th anniversary — a “banner year” serving the Washington metropolitan community — Bennett Career Institute (BCI) stands as a powerful testament to this truth, a beacon of hope, restoration, and economic empowerment.
Under the phenomenal, faith-led leadership of CEO Chet Bennett, BCI is once again answering the call to uplift the next generation. Building on the massive momentum of last year’s unforgettable summer programs, BCI is bursting into the season with an explosive lineup of life-changing educational opportunities designed to spark your creativity and launch your career into the stratosphere!
The excitement kicks off immediately with an absolute game-changer for aspiring beauty and grooming professionals. BCI is turning dreams into reality right now with its legendary, high-octane “We Slay in May” scholarship initiative. This exclusive, golden opportunity provides powerful financial backing specifically for passionate new cosmetology and barber students who are ready to claim their destiny.
“Receiving a scholarship here didn’t just pay for my schooling; it validated my divine calling,” shares recent graduate Marcus Vance, who now owns a thriving local barbershop. “BCI taught me that mastering my craft was the key to unlocking the doors God opened for me.” The clock is ticking on this incredible breakthrough opportunity, so you must take a leap of faith and enroll by May 31, 2026, to secure your funding and start your journey toward industry excellence.
For established pros and ambitious creators looking to supercharge your skills, get ready for the ultimate hands-on experience. BCI proudly presents “The Summer Series 2026: All Hands On!” This year, the campus will transform into a buzzing hub of intense, high-energy learning packed into an ultra-convenient, schedule-friendly weekend format. Running exclusively on Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays, this dynamic series delivers master-level training across four powerhouse industries. Students will immerse themselves in cutting-edge hair styling techniques, flawless makeup artistry, precision barbering, and even savory culinary arts, learning directly from top-tier industry giants.
But the transformation doesn’t stop with adults. Back by popular demand and hotter than ever before, the sensational Summer Teen Bootcamp is officially open for enrollment! This legendary six-week powerhouse program invites youth ages 13 to 17 to trade their ordinary summer break for an extraordinary, high-value career head start. Running daily from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., this immersive experience equips teens with professional-grade skills, confidence, and their very own mannequin and toolkit.
For an all-inclusive tuition of just $660, your teenager will gain elite mentorship, unlock their creative genius, and build a profitable foundation for a brilliant future.
“Sending my daughter to the bootcamp last year was the best decision I ever made,” says proud parent and former student Alisha Brooks. “She entered the program looking for a hobby and walked out with a professional mindset, a spirit of excellence, and the confidence to start earning her own income.”
The Bible tells us in Proverbs 14:23 that all hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty. God honors the sweat, the dedication, and the late nights we invest in perfecting our God-given talents. The doors to your divine breakthrough are wide open, but these high-demand roster spots fill up incredibly fast. Do not let this season of opportunity pass you or your children by.
When we align our daily work with divine purpose, we can rest assured that extraordinary transformation will certainly happen. Another Scripture, Ecclesiastes 9:10, reminds us to do our work with all our might, viewing our hands as tools for God’s glory. Hard work is not merely a secular hustle; it is a form of worship and a spiritual discipline that shapes our character and unlocks the abundance God has stored up for us.
Pick up the phone today, activate your faith, and contact the wonderful Theresa Washington at 202-526-1400 to lock in your registration, claim your scholarship, and step boldly into your God-given purpose! Stay tuned — Bennett Career Institute will be rolling out its 30th anniversary celebration starting in the fall.
Lyndia Grant is a speaker/writer living in the D.C. area. Her radio show, “Think on These Things,” airs Fridays at 6 p.m. on 1340 AM (WYCB), a Radio One station. To reach Grant, go to her website, www.lyndiagrant.com, email lyndiagrantshowdc@gmail.com or call 240-602-6295. Follow her on X @LyndiaGrant and on Facebook.
