Eastern Suffolk BOCES

Eastern Suffolk BOCES is a public vocational school located in Oakdale, New York. As part of the Board of Cooperative Educational Services system on Long Island, this institution offers adult education programming in a large suburban setting. The school enrolls 38 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a SkillPlum quality score of 72.00 out of 100.

Eastern Suffolk BOCES offers a certificate program in Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General. The school reports a 94% completion rate and a 75% retention rate (IPEDS 2023). With its small class sizes and focused curriculum, the program provides personalized cosmetology training for students in the Suffolk County area seeking to meet New York state licensing requirements and enter the beauty industry.

As a public BOCES institution, Eastern Suffolk serves as a regional vocational training resource for adult learners across eastern Long Island. The cosmetology program covers core competencies including hair care, skin care, nail services, and salon management skills. Graduates are prepared to sit for the New York State cosmetology licensing examination and pursue employment in salons, spas, and related beauty services throughout the Long Island and greater New York City metropolitan area.