Are you interested in a cosmetology career?
Are you confused about training and licensing requirements?
Do you wonder how much you can earn as a fully licensed cosmetologist?
If you answered yes to any (or all) of these questions, then this is the right course for you.
Whether you are thinking about a career as:
- A hair stylist
- A barber
- A nail technician
- An esthetician
- A day spa employee
- A make-up artist
this self-paced online course can help! While it will not provide certification or licensing in any field of cosmetology, it is packed with information on the hottest careers for beauty professionals, including what to expect from each, and how to select a career path. It will enable you to:
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Picture a typical work environment in each specialty
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Evaluate whether you have the personality suited for such a career
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Weigh earnings potential against the total cost of a cosmetology education
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Cut through the claims and advertising language of competing cosmetology schools to choose the one just right for you
There is no reason to invest time and money on the unknown. Let this course eliminate the stress! And, because enrollment is open 24/7, there's no reason to put off starting. Register today!
Do you wonder what's involved in each of the many specialties within the field of cosmetology?
Do you think you have the physical and mental attributes needed to succeed in this industry?
Can you picture, after completing cosmetology school, what your first job will be like?
After completing "Cosmetology Careers: What You Need To Know", you will have:
- A broad overview of the cosmetology industry, with all its various specialties, including statistics, earnings potential, and work environments
- The tools to decide if a career in cosmetology is right for you physically and mentally
- Examined four of the most common specialties: hairstylist, barber, nail technician, and make-up artist
- Looked into four less common specialties: permanent cosmetic technician, esthetician, electrologist, and massage therapist
- Considered work as a day spa employee, manufacturer's education representative, and cosmetology instructor
- Learned what to expect in the months (and years) following completion of cosmetology school--from starting your first job to deciding whether or not furthering your education is for you
- Mastered resources for a successful job search, including tips for creating a professional-looking resume, putting together a portfolio, and searching for job openings
The course consists of seven self-paced, self-contained lessons:
Lesson 1: Introduction to Cosmetology
Lesson 2: Preparing for Your Cosmetology Career
Lesson 3: A Closer Look at Careers in Cosmetology
Lesson 4: More Cosmetology Careers
Lesson 5: Even More Cosmetology Careers
Lesson 6: Life After Cosmetology School
Lesson 7: Resources for a Successful Job Search
A brief 25 pt. quiz will follow each lesson that will review lesson facts. Students will successfully complete this course with 70% or better. Lessons must be completed sequentially. You cannot access Lessons 2 and 3 until you’ve first finished your coursework for Lesson 1. There are no required books or materials to take this course but two titles are recommended for further study:
- Getting it Right!: Milady's Survival Guide for Cosmetology Students (Paperback)
- Cosmetology Career Starter 2e (Paperback)
If you encounter questions or areas that leave you confused, you can contact your instructor directly at any time by using the Class Email Forum under the Communications tab in the main classroom area. Within three or four days, her response will show up in your own email in-box.
Learning the fundaments of cosmetology can reward you in many ways:
- Save you from making a major investment in time and money before determining if this is a field suited for you
- Help you appreciate how many specializations exist and what it is like to practice each
- Help you evaluate each specializations in terms of salary and work conditions
- Reassure you that you can create the kind of resume and portfolio that will land you a first job after school
Best of all, you control the learning. You can register today and get started learning techniques that will ensure success. Sign up now!
