Cosmetology

Your dream can become a reality — turn your passion into a profession. Cosmetology is one of the fastest growing industries in the United States, with the need for barbers, hair dressers, manicurists, pedicurists, and skin care specialists expected to increase by more than 15 % between 2010 and 2020 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

According to Cosmetologist of America, Inc., there are more than 200,000 full-service beauty salons in the United States, with more than half of those salons being located in the southern region of the U.S. Central Piedmont's Cosmetology program teaches you the skills you need to be a highly competent professional and a leader in the beauty industry.

What You Will Learn

Learn the knowledge and skills needed to become a licensed cosmetologist.

The coursework develops knowledge and skills in hair cutting, hair color and design, safety and sanitation, bacteriology, product knowledge, salon management and salesmanship, wigs, hair removal, lash and brow tinting, manicures, and much more.

Simulated salon settings and serving the general public provide experiential learning with supervision provided by a trained and licensed instructor. Managing and operating a salon are enhanced by critical thinking skills, business writing, public speaking, math aptitude, and computer applications.

These skills will lead to additional knowledge, resources, and longevity in the cosmetology industry.

Highly skilled and personable professionals are in high demand and have many employment opportunities in beauty salons, department stores, barbershops, hospitals, hotels, spas, and resorts.