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Anna
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How do I become a cosmetologist?
How do I become a cosmetologist, I am currently a 9th-grade high school student wanting to become a cosmetologist and want to start learning the basics. Classes online preferably. I also want to own a cosmetology business as well.
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Avinash Chandran p
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That's so exciting! Starting in 9th grade gives you a fantastic head start, and your passion will help you stand out as you become a cosmetologist
. Here’s a pathway to get you started:
Start Exploring Online Classes: There are many beginner-friendly platforms like Udemy, Skillshare, and even YouTube, where you can find tutorials on makeup, hair, and skincare techniques. Look for courses from licensed professionals who can give you practical tips and an insider view of the industry.
Experiment and Build Skills: Practice on yourself, friends, or family members to get comfortable with basic techniques. Explore different areas—like skincare, makeup, and hairstyling—to find out what you’re most drawn to.
Consider Part-Time Jobs or Volunteer Work: Later in high school, consider working or volunteering at a salon or beauty store to see the business side of things. You’ll pick up valuable skills for running your own cosmetology business one day, and you’ll get to see the customer service and operational aspects.
Look into Cosmetology Programs for After High School: Research accredited cosmetology schools that have a strong track record of training successful cosmetologists. Many offer programs right after high school and even have career services to help you find a job.
With dedication and a bit of creativity, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a cosmetologist and building the beauty business of your dreams.
. Here’s a pathway to get you started:
Start Exploring Online Classes: There are many beginner-friendly platforms like Udemy, Skillshare, and even YouTube, where you can find tutorials on makeup, hair, and skincare techniques. Look for courses from licensed professionals who can give you practical tips and an insider view of the industry.
Experiment and Build Skills: Practice on yourself, friends, or family members to get comfortable with basic techniques. Explore different areas—like skincare, makeup, and hairstyling—to find out what you’re most drawn to.
Consider Part-Time Jobs or Volunteer Work: Later in high school, consider working or volunteering at a salon or beauty store to see the business side of things. You’ll pick up valuable skills for running your own cosmetology business one day, and you’ll get to see the customer service and operational aspects.
Look into Cosmetology Programs for After High School: Research accredited cosmetology schools that have a strong track record of training successful cosmetologists. Many offer programs right after high school and even have career services to help you find a job.
With dedication and a bit of creativity, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a cosmetologist and building the beauty business of your dreams.
Michelle M.
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Hello, Anna !
I would like to give you some advice but what you've asked is a lot to cover here. I will try to answer your questions, however, and I commend you for finding your passion early on. Since you are in ninth grade right now, you can take classes that will help you with the human health sciences. Cosmetology school will be different and more specific classes that apply directly to hair, skin, chemicals, tools and implements and products. You can obtain some very useful tips and technical instructions on line now, but cosmetology is one of those fields of work in which you must study in person. Some high schools have a cosmetology program and I assume that yours does not. If your school does, enroll in it and you can take the state board through that path and not have to go to a community cosmetology school. My high school did have a cosmetology department and the students were in it for 10th, 11th and 12th grade and than eligible for their licensure. You also didn't include your town, so I won't be able to provide you with a list of community schools in your area, however I think I could shed some light on what you need to do.
After high school graduation, enroll in cosmetology school in the state that you intend to work in. After your studies there are completed, you will take the state board exam for your license. I than suggest getting a job doing hair in a salon or two. You can also freelance and do home hair care in which you go to the customer's home as a private service, like freelancing. I would suggest that you work in salons for at least five years or more to learn the ins and outs of the business, something you will also learn in cosmetology school, but you will need lots of hands on experience and knowledge of how to run a business since you intend to own your own salon eventually. While you are doing this, you should save as much money as you can because opening a business, and most definitely a hair salon, is quite expensive. You will need to pay for rent or purchase a building for the salon, purchase equipment, machinery, hair products, tools and décor and furniture for the salon and pay for utilities. You will also need to pay staff and for any business licensure that your state requires.
For some classes on line, the Schedulicity website has a list that may be helpful for you right now. I have provided a link to it for you below. You are right about taking classes now because once you go to cosmetology school, you will have a basic foundation by studying on line now.
Even though you may successfully be doing people's hair now, for friends and family, there really is a lot to learn so I urge you to start by going to cosmetology school, than obtaining employment both at salons and doing freelance work once you get your license. I hope that this has been a little helpful and I wish you all the best with your exciting and creative career in cosmetology !
https://www.schedulicity.com/essentials/blog/free-online-cosmetology-classes/ FREE ONLINE COSMETOLOGY CLASSES
I would like to give you some advice but what you've asked is a lot to cover here. I will try to answer your questions, however, and I commend you for finding your passion early on. Since you are in ninth grade right now, you can take classes that will help you with the human health sciences. Cosmetology school will be different and more specific classes that apply directly to hair, skin, chemicals, tools and implements and products. You can obtain some very useful tips and technical instructions on line now, but cosmetology is one of those fields of work in which you must study in person. Some high schools have a cosmetology program and I assume that yours does not. If your school does, enroll in it and you can take the state board through that path and not have to go to a community cosmetology school. My high school did have a cosmetology department and the students were in it for 10th, 11th and 12th grade and than eligible for their licensure. You also didn't include your town, so I won't be able to provide you with a list of community schools in your area, however I think I could shed some light on what you need to do.
After high school graduation, enroll in cosmetology school in the state that you intend to work in. After your studies there are completed, you will take the state board exam for your license. I than suggest getting a job doing hair in a salon or two. You can also freelance and do home hair care in which you go to the customer's home as a private service, like freelancing. I would suggest that you work in salons for at least five years or more to learn the ins and outs of the business, something you will also learn in cosmetology school, but you will need lots of hands on experience and knowledge of how to run a business since you intend to own your own salon eventually. While you are doing this, you should save as much money as you can because opening a business, and most definitely a hair salon, is quite expensive. You will need to pay for rent or purchase a building for the salon, purchase equipment, machinery, hair products, tools and décor and furniture for the salon and pay for utilities. You will also need to pay staff and for any business licensure that your state requires.
For some classes on line, the Schedulicity website has a list that may be helpful for you right now. I have provided a link to it for you below. You are right about taking classes now because once you go to cosmetology school, you will have a basic foundation by studying on line now.
Even though you may successfully be doing people's hair now, for friends and family, there really is a lot to learn so I urge you to start by going to cosmetology school, than obtaining employment both at salons and doing freelance work once you get your license. I hope that this has been a little helpful and I wish you all the best with your exciting and creative career in cosmetology !
Michelle recommends the following next steps:
Michael Torio
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Michael’s Answer
Hi Anna:
Educational Pathway for a career in Cosmetology :
One needs to earn a high school degree or a general educational development (GED) before pursuing Cosmetology school. Cosmetology school is around 12 months at a private beauty school. At these schools, a number of hours are required to complete. According to the American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS), the national average of required hours is between 1,400 to 1,600 to depending on the state where the school is located.
An Associates Degree can be earned at a community or technical college. This will take two years to accomplish. In either scenario at a private beauty school or at a community or technical college, there are costs involved for the programs, hands on training, etc. Cosmetology costs can be up to $20,000+ for tuition, books, fees, supplies, etc.
When considering a Cosmetology program, several things need to be researched:
- The Cosmetology program is state approved, especially for licensing.
- Program reviews will need to be considered from alumni and current students.
- Programs are checked for high rates for graduation.
- Career placement after graduation
- Financial assistance for the Cosmetology program
- Hands-On Training and Apprenticeship Programs
- Continuing education opportunities after graduation
Hope this information helps and best wishes for your career and owning your own business in Cosmetology!
Educational Pathway for a career in Cosmetology :
One needs to earn a high school degree or a general educational development (GED) before pursuing Cosmetology school. Cosmetology school is around 12 months at a private beauty school. At these schools, a number of hours are required to complete. According to the American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS), the national average of required hours is between 1,400 to 1,600 to depending on the state where the school is located.
An Associates Degree can be earned at a community or technical college. This will take two years to accomplish. In either scenario at a private beauty school or at a community or technical college, there are costs involved for the programs, hands on training, etc. Cosmetology costs can be up to $20,000+ for tuition, books, fees, supplies, etc.
When considering a Cosmetology program, several things need to be researched:
- The Cosmetology program is state approved, especially for licensing.
- Program reviews will need to be considered from alumni and current students.
- Programs are checked for high rates for graduation.
- Career placement after graduation
- Financial assistance for the Cosmetology program
- Hands-On Training and Apprenticeship Programs
- Continuing education opportunities after graduation
Hope this information helps and best wishes for your career and owning your own business in Cosmetology!
Kimberly Lopez
Makeup, cut hair ,nails
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White Settlement, TX
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Kimberly’s Answer
Fulfill a minimum requirement of 1,500 instructional hours at a beauty school.
Practice
talk to others
follow your passion
Kimberly recommends the following next steps: