Cosmetology
As A Career
Your Guide to
Creating a Beautiful Future
What is Cosmetology?
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Services Performed
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Hairstylist/Designer/
Barber........................... 4
Esthetician.................... 5
Nail Technician............ 6
Makeup Artist.............. 7
In the field of beauty,
which jobs are in most
demand? ........................ 8
How much does it cost
to complete cosmetology
school ............................ 9
Can I get financial aid?
..................................... 9
What does it mean if a
school is accredited?
.................................... 10
What does it mean to be a
licensed cosmetologist? And
how long does it take?
.................................... 11
Education & Training
................................... 12
What are my career options
after I complete cosmetology
school? ........................ 13
How much can I expect
to make as a professional
cosmetologist? ............. 14
Environment ............... 15
What makes a successful
cosmetologist? ............. 16
How do I get started? ... 17
Resources .................... 18
Table of
Contents
The Merriam-Webster
Online Dictionary
defines cosmetology
as, the cosmetic
treatment of the
skin, hair, and nails.
Licensed cosmetologists
provide a variety of
personal services that
help clients look and
feel their best. These
services primarily
include the care and
treatment of hair, nails
and skin. Services
can also involve
consultations on
health and wellness
(such as diet and
nutrition, fitness and
health and wellbeing).
Personal appearance is
not only a key factor in
keeping one’s morale
high. A well-groomed
appearance is also a
factor in enhancing one’s
chances for a successful
career. A career in
cosmetology means you
will devote your talents
to making others look
and feel their best. A
cosmetology license is
necessary for pursuing
a career as a hair stylist/
designer/barber, nail
technician, est