Education needed to become a cosmetologist?

Sheldon Lally: Well it depends on what state you what to practice in! I have my cosmo license in Kansas and New Mexico. of course you have to be done with high school and have a diploma in that, then you have to go to school for it, New Mexico requires 1600 hrs. in school practices and Kansas takes 1500 hrs., And then you have to take your boards(don't worry everyone says is hard but its a breeze) which is a written and hands on test. Oh and you'll have to pay some fees to get your licenses...Show more

Dick Maisenbacher: you have to go to beauty school. It takes like...a year or so. Look up beauty schools, cosmetology schools in your area, they can give you all the info you need

Lyman Gauld: Yes, education is needed. Look in the yellow pages for schools in your area. It really is a lot of fun, I think you will enjoy it.

Mildred Pombo: STEP 1: Obtain a high school diploma or GED. STEP 2: Check the licensing requirements for cosmetologists in your state. ! If you want to do hair, but also have an interest in related areas, make certain you work toward obtaining separate licenses if necessary. STEP 3: Enroll in an accredited cosmetology or vocational school. Download the National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences Web site (see naccas.org) for a list of schools. Visit several to see which offers the best combination of classroom and practical training. STEP 4: Look for internships at salons that will provide you with course credit. STEP 5: Get ready for the state board examination, which you will take after graduation. It is part written, part practical. Your school should be willing to give its students mock exams. STEP 6: Look for jobs through your school, classified ads, the Internet and hair salons you have visited in the past.Oh and a little more useful info.. .. Put together a portfolio of photographs showing hairstyles you created while you were in school. Bring it with you to job interviews. Subscri! be to fashion and hairstyling magazines to keep current with t! rends. Own several pairs of comfortable shoes; you'll be on your feet most of the day in this career. Improper use of chemicals can result in a lawsuit. Be aware that you will be exposed to a variety of hair-coloring and nail polish chemicals, some of which may be harmful to your health. Your evenings and weekends will have to be open for your clientele....Show more

Rosie Travino: It really depends on the state you live in or where you intend to work. Each state has its on requirements for cosmetology. In Alabama, we have individual cosmetology schools that met state requirements. When you graduate you have to take a test to qualify and then you receive a state license.

Melissa Lavallie: Just work hard.