Career Opportunities
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (www.bls.gov), median hourly wages in May 2008 for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists,
including tips and commission, were $11.13. Among skin care specialists, median hourly
wages, including tips, were $13.81. Although earnings for entry-level workers are
low, with experience pay can become considerably higher. Attracting and maintaining
regular clientele, size and location of the salon and other factors all play a role
in how much an individual can make.
Cosmetology jobs are expected to grow much faster than average between now and 2018 due to a higher demand for hair, nail and skin treatments for relaxation and medical purposes.
With an Associate in Science or Certificate in Cosmetology you will be prepared to find employment in leading beauty salons, skin care salons and department stores. Many graduates become self-employed or open their own salon. Job opportunities also exist as cosmetics, hair and nail companies’ sales representatives, technicians and educators.
SPOTLIGHT
Andrea Hale
Cosmetology Student
"I chose to attend Allan Hancock College so I could earn my associate in arts degree, obtain my license and become a cosmetologist. I recommend Hancock College because it offers many of the same opportunities as a university and I'm still able to live at home and save money. My classes are really fun and the instructors are easy to work with."
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