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Cosmetology

Cosmetology (Specialized Associate Degree, 16 Months / Diploma, 12 Months)

Do you enjoy doing hair and nails or giving skin care treatments such as facials? Do you have a good sense of color and how to help people look thier best?

A Cosmetology degree from LBI can help you turn that creativity into a career. Our comprehensive cosmetology curriculum is designed to cover it all — from basic skills like cutting and styling to complex procedures such as chemical texture services, skin care, manicures, and pedicures.

Here, you'll learn in a state-of-the-art environment that includes a full-service clinical salon — and our advanced facilities are nothing short of exceptional. We use the newest technology the industry has to offer in color processors and hair and skin products.

Even better, you'll learn from top-quality instructors. Our teachers are seasoned professionals who bring a strong blend of skill, real-world experience, and insight to their work. Which brings us to another benefit of getting your degree at LBI — we place special emphasis on the business aspects of the industry, so you can develop the know-how it takes to own and operate a salon. Best of all, you can earn your cosmetology degree in just four semesters, and you can begin working at a salon in just one year.

Careers

• Spas & Salons
• Home & Private Practice
• Resorts
• Television
• Fashion

Exams & Licenses

• State Board preparation for Cosmetologist License
• Optional fifth semester for Esthetics & Professional Makeup or Master Teacher certification

Please note: Students completing all four semesters of the Cosmetology program will earn a Specialized Associate Degree. Students opting for a Diploma will only need to complete the first three semesters. They will also be able to sit for licensing by the State Board of Cosmetology.

Esthetics & Professional Makeup (Certificate, 8 Months)

You'll learn that beauty is more than skin deep when you earn this certificate in Esthetics & Professional Makeup. In just two semesters, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of skin care and makeup, including an in-depth study of anatomy, physiology and histology, infection control, ingredient and product knowledge, chemistry, and nutrition.

In addition, we'll teach you how to provide a variety of services such as specialized facials with facial massage, Galvanic and high frequency treatments, professional makeup, and hair removal. You'll also learn in-depth skin analysis, use of facial machines, and extensive makeup artistry skills.

Careers

• Spas & Salons
• Home & Private Practice
• Resorts
• Esthetician for Dermatologist
• Esthetician for Cosmetic Surgeon
• Television
• Theater

Exams & Licenses

• State Board preparation for Esthetics & Professional Makeup

Master Teacher of Cosmetology (Diploma, 8 Months)

Discover the beauty of helping others become successful cosmetologists. As a Master Teacher, you'll quickly gain the skills, knowledge, and ability to teach new students the ins and outs of cosmetology. You'll learn the basics of instruction like communications and public speaking, procedures, and instructional management.

You'll reinforce these basic skills with higher-level classes about personal and professional conduct, instructional methodology, and the theory behind managing salons. Finally, you'll get into the classroom to put your new knowledge to the test — teaching new students how to be professional, reliable, and highly skilled cosmetologists. Best of all, while you're helping students become competent professionals, you can continue to give your clients the best in style and service.

Careers

• Education
• Spas and Salons
• Home and Private Practice
• Resorts
• Television
• Fashion

Exams & Licenses

• State Board preparation for Master Teacher of Cosmetology

Sound like a beautiful thing? Get in touch with us today about our Cosmetology programs. Call 724-439-4900 or email . You can also visit our contact page.

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