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COSMETOLOGY SCHOOL PROGRAMS and Schools with Cosmetology Related Programs

What are the most common programs that beauty schools offer?
Most schools offer the following programs, or a combination of the following programs; cosmetology, esthetics, electrolysis, nail technology, and teacher training.

What is cosmetology?
The American Heritage dictionary defines cosmetology as "The study or art in cosmetics and their use". When beauty schools say they offer a full cosmetology program it generally refers to the study of hair styling, skin-care, nail care, and make-up. more info

What is esthetics?
A beauty school offering a program in esthetics training refers to the study of applying make-up and performing facials, massages, waxing, and reflexology.

What is electrolysis?
Electrolysis is medically recognized as being a permanent hair removal method for the face and body.

What is nail technology?
A nail technologist studies the art of nail art and design, tips, forms, wraps, and gels.

What is teacher training?
Teacher training programs are designed to prepare students who are interested in teaching beauty and cosmetology. Most of the teachers you'll have in beauty school completed a teacher training program.

Is a "Barber School" the same as beauty/cosmetology school?
It depends. Some beauty/cosmetology schools, known as barber beauty schools, include programs for students interested in becoming a barber. At the same time, there are some barber schools that are independent and considered separate entities, with no affiliation to beauty or cosmetology programs.

How long will it take me to complete a program?
This depends on three factors. Which programs(s) you take, that state's required hours for those programs(s), and whether you enroll on a part time or full time basis.

Full cosmetology programs are the most comprehensive and require the most hours, with the national average between 1,400-1,600 hours. The average hours required for additional programs are as follows; 650 for Nail Technology, 500 for Electrologist, and 300 for Esthetics.

In most cases the required hours are determined by the state licensing board and vary from state to state. For example, a full cosmetology program in Montana requires 2,000 hours, while the same program in New York State only requires 1,000 hours.

Regardless of which program you take, exactly how long it will take to complete the required hours will depend on whether you are enrolled on a full time or part time basis. Many full cosmetology programs can be competed in less than two years while some programs in nail technology and esthetics can often be completed within six months.

What are "advanced courses' and does it matter if the school I'm considering offers them?
"Advanced Courses" simply refer to a class that offers a very-in-depth and focused curriculum about a particular topic. Before taking an "advanced class" students will likely be required to have taken some basic classes in the same field. If you already know you want to pursue a career in a specific field such as hair coloring, it's not a bad idea if the school you attend offers advanced courses in this field.

Programs Vary By Location:

* Cosmetology
* Esthetician
* Instructor
* Manicuring & Sculpture
* Manicurist
* Massage & Skin Care
* Paramedical Skin Care
* Skin Care Training

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Cosmetology School Listings

Online Cosmetology Training
Minnesota School of Business/Globe College Cosmetology

Florida Cosmetology Schools
Edutech Centers - (Clearwater, FL 33764, Riverview, FL 33569) - Skin Care Specialist
North Florida Institute (Jacksonville FL) - Cosmetology
Career Training Institute (Orlando FL) Cosmetology Program, Cosmetology Refresher
Sunstate Academy (Clearwater, Ft. Myers, Sarasota)
Transcription, Paralegal, Clinical Skin Care, Clinical Skin Care

Georgia Cosmetology Schools
Atlanta Institute of Aesthetics (Atlanta, GA) - Skin Care Programs, techniques include; basic facial and massage techniques, body spa management, microdermabrasion and foot reflexology included in Skin Care Program.

Massachusetts Cosmetology Schools
Jolie Hair and Beauty Academy (44 Sewall St. Ludlow, MA 01056) - Cosmetology and Manicuring Training

Minnesota Cosmetology Schools
Minnesota School of Cosmetology (Oakdale MN) Cosmetology

Missouri Cosmetology Schools
Vatterott College (Joplin, MO 64801, St. Joseph, MO 64506) - Cosmetology, Manicuring & Sculptured Nails

Mississippi Cosmetology Schools
Virginia College (Jackson, MS) - Cosmetology Program

Nevada Cosmetology Schools
Euphoria Institute of Beauty Arts and Sciences (Green Valley, NV) - Cosmetology Diploma, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Hair Design, Nail Technology, Medical Esthetics, Permanent Make-Up/Dermalogy

New York Cosmetology Schools
Northern Westchester School of Hairdressing (Peekskill, NY) - Cosmetology Programs, Barbering Programs

North Carolina Cosmetology Schools
Miller-Motte Technical College - Wilmington, NC - Cosmetology Program

Ohio Cosmetology Schools
Miami-Jacobs Career College (Ohio Locations: Dayton, Springboro, Troy, OH)

Pennsylvania Cosmetology Schools
Tri-State Business Institute (Erie PA) Cosmetology Operator, Cosmetology Education and Salon Management
Penn Commercial Business & Technical School (Washington PA) - Cosmetology

Texas Cosmetology Schools
Milan Institute of Cosmetology - Amarillo (Amarillo, TX 79103) - Cosmetologist/Operator, Instructor, Manicurist
Amarillo College of Beauty - Amarillo, TX - Located in Amarillo, Texas offering Cosmetology and Barbering curricula.
Texas Beauty College - Crosscreek - Located in Crosscreek, Texas offering Cosmetology and Barbering curricula.
Texas Beauty College - NW Loop - Located in San Antonio, Texas offering Cosmetology and Barbering curricula.

Washington Cosmetology Schools
Everett Beauty Academy - Everett - Located in Everett, Washington, offering Cosmetology and Barbering curricula.
Milan Institute of Cosmetology - Everett (Everett, WA 98208) - Cosmetologist/Operator, Instructor, Manicurist, Esthetician

 

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