Beauty school should be a cut above
By Laurie Brown
Don’t let the name fool you. Any beauty, cosmetology, or styling school can post sophisticated titles such as academy or institute on its front door, but only a top-rated school, with an earned reputation for guaranteed job placement will land you the job you deserve.
Look for a school that integrates the science of cutting, styling, coloring, skin care, and nail technology with the artistry of esthetics and make-up. A successful cosmetology school will produce a portfolio of students who have landed great jobs in reputable salons, as well as visibly demonstrate a cutting-edge approach to today’s styling and cosmetology applications.
Most importantly, make a personal visit to every school on your list. And let your intuition guide you. How friendly is the staff? Do the students look engaged and productive? Are they working on mannequins or live models? Is the environment professional, creative, upbeat, and especially clean?
Make time to sit down with an enrollment counselor with pertinent, well-thought out questions, such as:
- Where did last year’s students find jobs and in what professions? Does your beauty school guarantee job placement, provide internships/apprenticeships, or both?
- What type of federally funded financial aid, grants, or loans does the school provide? (Be sure to understand the loan’s interest rates before signing on the bottom line.)
- Do you provide a broad curriculum that expands my opportunities for employment in a variety of fields? What would my school day look like?
- What changes do you foresee coming in this field and how can I most prepare myself to embrace these changes?
- What types of continuing education will I need beyond this program and how can you help?
- Will you provide contact information for former students who can serve as a reference for the school?
In response, the enrollment counselor should demonstrate a unique interest in your creative abilities, helping to identify your particular talents and how the beauty school can best meet your needs.
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While income is important, finding a job that fulfills ones interests and passions is also important. Beauty careers provide both attractive earnings and the opportunity for creative expression. See what beauty and wellness students and professionals are saying about careers in beauty.
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JE Boutique is a Cosmetology school located in El Cajon. Je Boutique is the only Beauty Academy in East San Diego County.
Laura is a graduate from cosmetology school. She works in an upscale salon…find out about her famous client list!
