What Do Students Learn in Cosmetology Schools?
In general, any school of cosmetology provides basic training in skills like:

• Hair cutting, coloring, and styling
• Manicuring
• Skin care, makeup, and facial treatments
• Safety and sanitation methods
• Salon marketing and business practices

Additionally, beauty schools emphasize science, since certain chemicals, if used incorrectly, can be highly dangerous.
While enrolled in a cosmetology college, you also get practical experience by working with actual clients; good cosmetology schools, also called beauty schools, have real salons where you'll hone your skills.

Finally, cosmetology college is also where learn that the most important part of being a successful cosmetologist is good communication skills, which ensure you understand your clients' wishes and that they understand you. Also, a college of cosmetology is where you might pursue a specialty--for instance, ethnic hair.

Beauty schools generally take at least nine months to complete. Then you'll need to take an exam to become licensed, which is required in all states. Plus, successful cosmetologists must continually update their skills by completing continuing education.« Collapse