Student and Counselor Resource Page for
Cosmetology

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Skyline College Cosmetology Department Web Site

A.S. Degree Major Checklist for Cosmetology (pdf.)    cap

Checklist for Cosmetology Certificate (pdf.)    cap

Manicuring Certificate    cap

Cosmetician/Esthetician Certificate    cap

Spa Technician Certificate    cap

 

Transfer Opportunities and Continuing Education for Cosmetologists

For many cosmetologists, formal training and a license are only the first steps in a career that requires years of continuing education. Because hairstyles change, new products are developed, and services expand to meet clients' needs, personal appearance workers must keep abreast of the latest fashions and beauty techniques. They attend training at salons, cosmetology schools, or product shows. Through workshops and demonstrations of the latest techniques, industry representatives introduce cosmetologists to a wide range of products and services. As retail sales become an increasingly important part of salons' revenue, the ability to be an effective salesperson becomes vital for salon workers.

Cosmetology is not typically offered as a major or degree program at four-year colleges and universities. Some cosmetologists seek career advancement by pursuing advanced degrees in related fields such as business, health, management, and teaching.

Career and Educational Resources for Cosmetology   

Occupational

Occupational information about the nature of the work, working conditions, training and/or educational requirements, job outlook, and earnings.

Educational

Lists of graduate, professional, and other educational programs.

Multicultural

Information of special interest to multicultural populations.

 

Educational Occupational

Cosmetology Career Guide
Vocational Information Center

Occupational

Barbers, Cosmetologists, and Other Personal Appearance Workers
Occupational Outlook Handbook (U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics)

Occupational

California Occupational Guides: Cosmetologists
California Employment Development Department

Educational Occupational

California State Bureau of Barbering and Cosmetology
California State Bureau of Barbering and Cosmetology