Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor

Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor programs prepare cosmetologists, barbers, stylists, nail technicians, and other grooming specialists to teach their specializations in licensed and accredited schools of cosmetology and barbering, and to prepare for licensure as instructors. Includes instruction in cosmetology arts and sciences teaching principles; student learning styles; professional curricula development; instructional planning; instructional methods and aids; student counseling and career assistance; test development; and classroom/clinic management.

Of the 309 Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor degrees granted each year at the Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years level, women make up 90% percent and men make up 10% percent of the field of study. Did you know that Puerto Rico has more students being granted a degree in Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor than any other state? In fact, Puerto Rico granted 93 degrees last year! The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor is $33,350.