D o you have an interest in the latest hair trends, artistic manicures and pedicures, and skincare treatments? Cosmetology could be a field for you!
Choosing cosmetology as your career path is a very different educational path than a traditional four-year degree program. You get to focus on something that interests you right away without having to take “general education” courses that are not related to what you want to do, and since cosmetology programs are part of a vocational or technical school, there is a lot of hands-on training that enables you to learn the trade. While your training does involve more hands-on education, you still have to read textbooks, attend classes, do homework and take exams both in the training salons, as well as in written format.
Cosmetology involves a lot of social interaction and being physically close with people when performing cosmetology procedures. Answer these questions to evaluate whether this is you.
Are you a social person who likes being with people and engaging in conversation?
Do you feel comfortable touching people?
Will you like being on your feet most of the day?
Are you someone who keeps up-to-date with the latest trends and learning how to do them?
If you think this is you, then you should consider attending a beauty school.
How to become a Licsensed Cosmetologist
Graduate High School or Earn your GED
The first step to becoming a licensed cosmetologist is to graduate high school or earn your GED as most beauty schools require at least a GED equivalent to be able to apply and that you be at least 18 years old
Get the Right Training
This means enrolling in the right cosmetology school. Be sure to find out how long the programs are (most cosmetology courses take anywhere from 9 months to 2 years), how much tuition is and what it includes or doesn’t include, whether you graduate with a diploma or certificate, and what percentage of their graduates get jobs. Some beauty schools offer evening courses if you need a more flexible schedule
Licensing requirements varying from state to state, however many states require at least 1500 training hours before you’re eligible to write the state licensing test
Check the list below and request information from different schools in your area
Consider Specializing
Specialization is usually an extra 600+ hours of coursework, however the benefit of specialization is that with the additional training you are able to do the things you enjoy most
Take the Licensing Exam
Requirements differ from state to state, however, every state in the US requires cosmetology graduates to pass a licensing exam before they are able to practice cosmetology. The licensing exam includes practical and written questions about skin care, makeup and hair care.
After you’ve passed the licensing exam you will be required to pay the necessary licensing fee and then you’re officially a licensed cosmetologist!
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