FAQS

How To Become A Cosmetologist

Does this sound like something you would be interested in learning? If you don’t know where to start, here are a few of the starting steps:

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Go To School

Enroll in a cosmetology program to start your journey towards becoming a licensed cosmetologist. At a cosmetology school, you could to learn how to beautify someone’s hair, skin, and nails and also learn business best practices and gain real-world experience.

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How to Get Financial Aid:

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Sit For The State Board

Once you complete the required coursework for the cosmetology program, you’ll need to sit for the state board. This will test the knowledge you learned at school to make sure you are ready to start your career as a cosmetologist.

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Apply For A Cosmetologist License

This step is unique for every state, but you’ll need to apply for a cosmetologist license before you start your new career. This license is important because it allows you to provide hair, skin, and nail services for actual clients.

 

Where To Go Next

Once you’ve obtained your cosmetology license, it’s time to find a career. As a cosmetologist, you can work in hair salons, as makeup artists, or even as your own boss. Your career path is up to you!