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Cosmetology Opportunities

A successful cosmetologist or one employed in a related field may expect minimum earning of $12,000 to $15,000 a year. A highly skilled professional dedicated to the profession could earn as high as $40,000 a year. Today there are many employment opportunities that provide excellent benefits including paid holidays, insurance, and continuing education.

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How to Get Started

Congratulations on your choice to pursue and education in Cosmetology and in this institution and your decision to begin this exciting career. A career in Cosmetology is rewarding and offers various options and opportunities to help your achieve your goals. Your success depends entirely on your willingness to work hard. Begin by establishing goals for attendance, successfully studying the material, and ultimately meeting the deadline of completion. The school proudly announces a completion rate of 81% for students pursuing a career in Cosmetology. Advisors are available to assist students with problems that might interfere with the successful completion of the program.

PRE-ENROLLMENT

Before enrollment into one or the courses offered by the school, certain career information is made available. The following information will assist the prospective student in making a personal decision concerning a career choice offered by this institution. The following information is provided to all students on or before the first day of class.

GRADUATES / LICENSURE / PLACEMENT

This information is being provided to assist you in making a wise career choice. The information accurately reflects the numbers in percentages of those students beginning training who completed the contracted course, pass the state exam for licensure and were placed in industry related positions.

2002200320042006-20072007-20082008-2009
Graduated Institutional Rate75.51%67.74%80.43%90.38%70.28%70.28%
Licensed Institutional Rate93%90.48%83.87%85.11%84.83%85.29%
Placed Institutional Rate100%90%92.31%76.74%87.78%100%

About Cosmetology

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COMPENSATION

In the Beauty industry an employee may expect to be compensated through one of the following: Independent Contractor, Hourly wage, Commission, Own a salon. A successful cosmetologist or one employed in a related field may expect minimum earning of $12,000 to $15,000 a year. A highly skilled professional dedicated to the profession could earn as high as $40,000 a year. Today there are many employment opportunities that provide excellent benefits including paid holidays, insurance, and continuing education.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Students entering the beauty college might be adversely affected by long periods of standing or sitting, or by being exposed to chemicals used in the Beauty industry. Student's whom are affected by these conditions should obtain a doctor's release before entering the College or continuing school. Examples of such conditions are Asthma, Pregnancy. or Allergic Reactions to odors from certain chemicals used in the profession. Persons with health conditions, nervous conditions, or emotional conditions may want to consult a physician before considering enrolling in the Beauty School.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

On the first day of class or during orientation, Basic safety requirements are discussed. Safety instructions include but are not limited to information on how to safely store and use chemicals and equipment associated with the specific course of study. Safety instructions are an ongoing procedure taught throughout the entire course.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS

All graduates must pass a State Board examination to receive a license to practice in Texas. These examinations are conducted by PSI exams. The school will assist with the scheduling of the examination for the student. Cost related to the examinations are the responsibility of the student.

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