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Cosmetology Curriculum & Career Opportunities

The main purpose of the Cosmetology course is to train Future Professionals in theory, practical, and clinical experience which will prepare them for employment in the field of Cosmetology.
The State of Maryland requires 1500 clock hours for graduation and testing in Cosmetology.

During the first 350 hours, you will be in the CORE Phase. Your time in CORE is spent in classroom work consisting of lecture, demonstrations, practice on manikins and evaluations.

Upon completion of 350 hours, turning in all your assigned work, maintaining all grade and attendance levels, and upon recommendation of your Learning Leader, you will advance to the ADAPTIVE Phase and be permitted to practice on guests in our clinic.

Once you have completed 735 hours in the ADAPTIVE Phase, you will move into the CREATIVE Phase where you will finish your education.

All of your time during ADAPTIVE and CREATIVE Phases will be spent on practical work, additional advancement lectures, class projects, and complete subject reviews as well as salon management techniques.

Once you have successfully finished 1380 hours of the course, you can apply for permission to take the theory portion of the Maryland State Board of Cosmetology Exam. When you have successfully completed the course (1500 hours), and the Board of Cosmetology issues you your test date, you may sit for the practical portion of the exam. Of course, you can wait until you have completed the entire 1500 hourcourse to take the ENTIRE exam at once.

All courses are taught in English. Our courses include extensive instruction and practical experience in cutting, hair coloring, perming, nail care, skin care, customer service, personal appearance & hygiene, personal motivation & development, retail skills, client record keeping, business ethics, sanitation, state laws & regulations, salon type administration, and job interviewing.

Career Opportunities

PAUL MITCHELL trained Hair Designers work in virtually every corner of the world. Prospective employers will recognize the PAUL MITCHELL commitment to quality education.
For over twenty years, the staff at PAUL MITCHELL PARTNER SCHOOLS have built strong working relationships with salons throughout the United States and Canada. Our network is over 70,000 salons strong.

In today’s beauty conscious world, there is an increasing demand for the educated hairstylist. There are many wonderful career opportunities available within the beauty industry. Men and women have equal career opportunities, equal ability to earn an income, and are able to live and work wherever their heart desires.

Career choices are plentiful, and growth potential is nearly limitless, depending on your individual interests and abilities. There is security in knowing that as a professional, educated in the art and science of beauty, your skills and knowledge are always in demand.

As a Professional Cosmetologist, there is a multitude of challenging career choices available. In addition to hair design, this industry also offers opportunities in areas such as skin care, makeup, aromatherapy, nail artistry, and product education. As your career progresses, it is possible to become a platform artist, a salon manager, a state board examiner, and an image consultant.

According to statistics, the average reported income for full-time cosmetology professionals in the United States is close to $30,000 a year, with entry positions starting around $20,000 in Maryland. The Occupational Outlook Handbook, published by the US Department of Labor, states that employment of cosmetologists is expected to grow as fast as the average for all occupations through the year 2010 because of increasing population, incomes, and demand for cosmetology services. This will increase for most cosmetologists because their training actually prepares and licenses them to provide a broad range of services beyond simple hair dressing. In fact, the same Labor survey noted that many in this industry go on to open their own salons after several years in this business, so the opportunities for self employment are always open along with the potential for a lucrative income.

Although THE TEMPLE does not guarantee employment upon graduation, we do maintain an aggressive job placement program and will inform Future Professionals of job openings and opportunities. THE TEMPLE coordinates placement programs with local and national salons by inviting salon owners and guest artists in to teach and speak at the academy. Our close alliance with Salons in our region, developed over the course of seventeen years of Salon Ownership by our Management Team, will assist us in helping find the best “fit” for you in the Cosmetology Industry.

Everyone at THE TEMPLE is committed to helping graduates find the right home, wherever their dreams may take them.

Cosmetology Course Overview