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FAQ - Beauty Schools Listings

1. Are all the beauty schools accredited?

Each school listed meets the requirements from the U.S. government standards for teaching.

2. Do the schools offer financial aid?

The financial aid offered varies by each individual school.  Most of the schools offer scholarships, low interest student loans and State and Federal Grants.

3. Do the schools offer job placement?

It depends on the individual school and their connection with salons.

4. What kind of programs are offered?

The most common programs are cosmetology, nail technology, esthetics, electrolysis, teacher training and massage therapy.

* Cosmetology: The study of hair styling, skin-care, nail care and make-up.

* Esthetics: Esthetics training includes the application of make-up and performing facials, massages, waxing, and reflexology.

* Electrolysis: Electrolysis is medically recognized as a permanent hair removal method for the face and body.

* Nail technology: The study of nail art and design, tips, forms, wraps, and gels.

* Teacher training: Student preparation programs for teaching beauty and cosmetology.

* Massage therapy: Massage therapists manipulate clients' soft tissues to improve circulation, remove muscle aches and offer stress relief.

The required hours are determined by the state licensing board and vary from state to state. Many full cosmetology programs can be competed in less than two years while some programs in nail technology and esthetics can often be completed within six months.

5. What are "advanced courses' and does it matter if the school I'm considering offers them?

"Advanced Courses" simply refer to a class that offers a very in-depth and focused curriculum about a particular topic. Before taking an "advanced class" students will likely be required to have taken some basic classes in the same field. If you already know you want to pursue a career in a specific field such as hair coloring, it's not a bad idea if the school you attend offers advanced courses in this field. Beauty school students often are unclear when differentiating between licensing and certification. Certification is beneficial to your cosmetology career but licensing is essential. Although license requirements differ from state to state, a cosmetology license is offered, enforced, and regulated by a state government agency. They decide who is eligible, what services they are able to provide, and what title they hold under that particular license.

Professional Certification in the industry is considered to be universal. The process results in the individual being recognized by a non-governmental organization for extensive knowledge and master skills in a particular area. Certification may require a written and/or demonstration of skills and expertise.

6. How long do I have to go to school to get accredited in the beauty field?

The length of the program depends on which program(s) you take, the state's required hours and whether you enroll on a part time or full time basis.

Cosmetology programs require the most hours with an average of 1,400-1,600 hours for completion.
On an average:

Nail technology requires 650 hours
Electrologist, 500 hours
Esthetics, 300 hours.

7. How many beauty schools are in the United States?

There are over 500 beauty schools in the U.S. with more opening every year.

8. What is the cost to attend Beauty School?

The cost of education varies from school to school. Most of the schools provide financial aid and loans. Please check with the school to find out more about their costs and available financial aid.

9. What kind of career options are available after graduation?

There are numerous career paths you can choose after receiving a degree from a beauty school.

Following is a list of some of the most popular career opportunities you can pursue after your education:

* Cosmetologist * Hairstylists * Hair Color Specialist * Perm Specialist, Esthetician * Nail Care Artists * Manicurist * Salon Owner * School Instructor * Salon Manager * Salon Coordinator * Salon Sales Consultant * Manufacturer Sales Representative * Make-up Artist, Director of Education * Distributor's Sales Representative * Fashion Show Stylist

* Platform Artist and Educator * Beauty Magazine Writer * Beauty Magazine Editor * Cosmetology School Owner * Beauty Care Marketing and Distribution * Salon Franchisee * Salon Chain Management * Beauty Care Distributor * Beauty Care PR Specialist * Research Chemist * Beauty Product Designer * Beauty Business Consultant * Trade Show Director * Beauty School Owner