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COLLEGE LOCATIONS & $$$: $= $12,428 the lowest found, but it just all depends on the years of experience, LOCATIONS: There are pleny of beauty schools all over florida.
PREREQUISTITE & GPA: There are minimal educational prerequisites for those interested in becoming a cosmetologist. The state licensure exam poses the hurtle to overcome, and most cosmetologists pursue a vocational program that may last nine to 24 months before taking the certification exam. Exams vary by state, but almost always include a written portion and sometimes have a stylistic facet. Though cosmetologists learn the fundamentals of their jobs in these vocational programs, they often must work their way up to performing more complicated tasks though on-the-job experience. To enter a college that is for hair stylest and such there really isn't a GPA requirement.
CAREER DESCRIPTION: Cosmetologists care for people's hair, skin, and nails. They are also called beauty operators, hairdressers, or beauticians. Most cosmetologists work in beauty salons, and many have their own businesses. Some work in unisex shops, barbershops, department stores, hospitals, spas, resorts, and hotels. Cosmetologists work with many types of beauty products and often sell them at their salons as well. Working Conditions Beauty salons are usually well-lighted, cheerful places. In small salons a cosmetologist may do everything from shampooing and manicuring to answering the telephone and sweeping up. In large shops workers may specialize in one area, such as hair cutting or coloring. Many cosmetologists work more than forty hours a week, including Saturdays and one or two evenings. Others work part time, usually during the end of the week when beauty salons are the busiest. Cosmetologists have to stand for many hours and sometimes use harsh chemicals. They can protect themselves by wearing rubber gloves. Cosmetologists must be able to work well with their hands and should have a good sense of style. They also need to keep up with the latest fashions in hairstyling and cosmetics and interact well with all kinds of customers. Some cosmetologists are union members. skills: Apart from the academic qualifications, cosmetologists need to have a very good understanding and sense of the current fashion trends. It is important for them to keep their wok area clean and own personal appearance clean and neat. People and public relations skills are an added bonus.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Formal training and education is required for this career. Cosmetologists are required to be licensed and in order for a student to qualify for licensure, he or she must attend cosmetology classes. These classes are available at various community colleges, technical schools and cosmetology schools. The length of the programs varies by school, though most last from nine to 24 months. Prospective cosmetologists can get training in a public or private vocational school. A full-time course usually takes from six to twelve months to complete. Courses cover hygiene, bacteriology, cosmetic chemistry, psychology, and sales techniques. Evening courses are available, but the program takes longer to complete. Some vocational schools offer the subjects needed for a high school diploma in addition to training in cosmetology. These programs take two or three years to complete. Cosmetologists may also get their training in one-or two-year apprenticeship programs. All states require cosmetologists to be licensed. However, requirements for a license vary from state to state. In most states candidates must be at least sixteen years old, in good health, and a graduate of an approved cosmetology school. They must also pass a state licensing examination. This test usually includes both a written part and a practical demonstration of skills. There may even be an oral exam in which candidates are asked to explain particular cosmetology procedures. The license must be renewed every year or every two years.
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