Cosmetology
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Health, Hospitality & Human Services Pathway
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Program Description
Our Cosmetology Program offers students the opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the beauty industry. Through a comprehensive curriculum, students learn techniques in hair cutting, styling, coloring, skin care, makeup application, nail care, and social media presence. What sets our program apart is the hands-on experience students gain by working in our fully equipped, on-site salon, where they serve real clients under the supervision of experienced instructors. This real-world experience helps students build confidence, develop professionalism, and prepare for certification exams, ensuring they are ready to start their careers in cosmetology as soon as they graduate.
Clients can book a service with our talented students at The Salon at Minuteman!
Course Content
- Customer Service
- Eyebrow Shaping
- Facials
- Hair Coloring
- Dimensional
- Foiling
- Lightening
- Hair Cutting
- Hair Removal
- Hair Shaping
- Hair Styling
- Artificial
- Blow Dry
- Braiding
- Chemical Hair Straightening
- Finger Waving
- Permanent Waving
- Thermal Curling
- Wet
- Manicuring
- Pedicuring
- Salon Management
- Scalp Treatments
Career Tree: Cosmetology
Employers Hiring Minuteman Graduates
- Ailish and Aston
- Blondie Salon and Spa
- Dellaria Salon
- G20 Spa
- Hairapy
- Horizons Salon
- J and L Hair Studio
- La Beautique Salon
- Paul Keneth Salon
- Salon XS
- Station Row Salon
- Supercuts
- Vianni & Clark
Cosmetology Instructors
Cynthia Demaio
Teacher Cosmetology, Health, Hospitality and Human Services Pathway Lead, New Teacher Mentor Lead
Melissa McLaughlin
Teacher Cosmetology, New Teacher Mentor
Industry Certifications
- Mass Cosmetology License
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Safety
- Barbicide
Possible Career Pathways
- Colorist
- Cosmetology Instructor
- Esthetician
- Eye Lash Technician
- Eyebrow Technician
- Hair Extension Technician
- Hair Stylist
- Makeup Artist
- Manicurist
- Massage Therapist
- Platform Artist
- Social Media Coordinator
- Salon Owner
Salary
The Minuteman Cosmetology Advisory Committee reports that the top stylists within their salon are earning over $100,000.00 per year.
Massachusetts averages:
- Hair Stylist: $59,851/year
- Manicurist: $52,692/year
- Esthetician/Skin Care Specialist: $48,237/year
National average:
- Hair Stylist: $29,680/year
- Manicurist: $29,210/year
- Esthetician/Skin Care Specialist: $37,300/year
Sources: Indeed.com, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Source 1, source 2, source 3)
(Updated 1/23/23)
College Partners
- Catherine Hinds Institute of Esthetics
Advisory Committee Partners
- Ailish and Aston
- Blondie Salon and Spa
- Dellaria Salon
- Hairapy
- J&L Hair Studio
- Middlesex Community College
- Salon XS
- Station Row Salon
- Supercuts
- WendyO Salon