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Beauty & Personal Care

How to become a Cosmetologist

From no experience: every step, how long it takes, and the credential it earns.

Time to get there
9–15 months
Typical pay
$30k–$52k
Starting from
No experience
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The steps

  1. 1

    Enrol in a licensed cosmetology school

    States require between 1,000 and 2,100 hours. Check yours before you enrol.

    9–15 months

    Course that covers thisMilady Cosmetology Exam Questions Practice TestUdemy · around $19.99 →
  2. 2

    Complete your hours

    Cutting, colour, chemical services and sanitation, on mannequins then clients.

    during program

  3. 3

    Pass the state board exam

    Written plus a practical you perform in front of an examiner.

    State cosmetology licence

  4. 4

    Build a chair

    Assist first, then take your own clients. Your book is your income.

    1–2 years

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