Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General

The Beauty Institute, a private for-profit school located in Stroudsburg, PA, offers a one- to two-year certificate in Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General. This program trains students in the core skills of cosmetology, including hair cutting and styling, skin care, and nail care, in preparation for state licensure as a cosmetologist.

Classified under CIP code 12.0401 in the personal and culinary services field, this certificate program focuses on the practical, hands-on training required to enter the cosmetology profession. Students can expect instruction in cosmetology theory, chemical services, sanitation standards, and salon operations, as well as preparation for the state board licensure examination required to practice as a licensed cosmetologist in Pennsylvania.