Programs & Admission Requirements
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Cosmetology
- 39-5012.00 Admission requirements: Pre-admission test and High School Diploma or GED
This is a 1500 clock hour program:
Cosmetology classes start 4 times per year: January - March - June - October Download Catalog Download Appendix A Download Appendix B Cosmetology Instructor - 25-1194.00 Admission requirements: Pre-admission test, High School Diploma or GED, Cosmetology license, and verification of six months employment in a Cosmetology salon. This is a 1000 clock hour program: Attendance may be full time or part time.
Disclosures
1. The following percentages pertain to students scheduled to graduate in 2024.
2. The three ways in which Cosmetologists are paid are: commission, booth rental, and hourly pay.
most graduates working full time will receive an average income of $30,000 - $50,000 per year.
3. This profession is physically demanding. A Cosmetologist stands in one place the greatest majority
of the day, putting a lot of strain on the feet, legs and back.
Likewise, the hands and arms are exercised excessively in this profession.
4. Cosmetology requires the use of chemicals for hair coloring and perming. Used with the proper protective measures, such as
wearing gloves, these chemicals do not present any problems for most individuals. Disinfecting chemicals are also to be used
properly and with caution. For further information, there is a folder with the Hazard Communication Program (complete with
Safety Data Sheets) in the Instructor’s office.
5. Licensing requirements for a Cosmetologist in the State of Indiana are:
1) at least 17 years of age;
2) has successfully completed the 10th grade or received the equivalent of a 10th grade education; 3) has graduated from a Cosmetology school; 4) has not committed an act for which the applicant could be disciplined under IC 25-8-24; 5) has paid fee for the issuance of a license under this chapter.
6. There are various employment opportunities available after completing Cosmetology training such as:
After receiving a Cosmetologist license, additional training may be taken to
become a Cosmetology Instructor or Electrologist.
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