Highlight Your Career With A Specialized Program Not all schools are the same and depending on what you'd like to focus your skills on, some schools offer specialized programs for different areas in Cosmetology. Nail Technician Program A typical Nail Technician Program will give you the knowledge, practical experience and business training necessary to succeed in this growing field. Learn ...

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When you apply for financing, many financial advisors suggest taking advantage of federal financing options and then if you find you need additional funds, apply for private loans. The different types of federal financing offered by accredited cosmetology schools are a great start to assisting you financially. Federal Pell Grant Pell Grants provide a foundation of financial assistance that may b ...

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Attending a cosmetology school is a big step. You don't want to walk through the doors on your first day of school only to find out that you made a mistake. After all, it's your money and your future—shouldn't you get the best quality? There are several things to consider before you decide on your cosmetology school. Let's take a look. It's all about you... First of all, think about what ...

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Getting Your Feet Wet With Real-World Experience You might not actually get your feet wet but with a Cosmetology education you’ll definitely get your hands wet with real-world experience in a Student Salon or Clinic setting. Your hands-on experience in the salon begins after you've completed your initial classroom instruction. Your salon training prepares you ...

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The Tools You'll Need To Succeed… When you enter a Cosmetology School, you'll enter a whole new experience. They don't just hand you a pair of scissors and a real, live person to start with. You begin Day One with a complete set of professional tools of the trade. Even better, you'll already have your first set of "clients!" Before you get behind the chair, you need a few key items. Quality ...

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A cosmetology education will enhance your creativity, teach you technical applications and finesses your customer service skills. A variety of programs are usually available to meet the needs of your daily schedule such as full and part-time options. In about one to two years, you'll be prepared to take your state board exam. Though the curriculum at every school will vary, here are a few of the ...

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Besides federal financing, there are many private financing programs such as school scholarships, the ACE Grant and private loans. You may also want to research school specific scholarships. ACE Grant American Association of Cosmetology Schools, AACS, offers information for several types of grants and scholarships such as the ACE Grant, which is funding specifically for cosmetology students. To ...

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