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Choose The Right Cosmetology School in Brownsville

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Your Options for Cosmetology Schools in Brownsville TX

Introduction

Deciding on a career is not an easy task, but knowing that you want to attend cosmetology school is a great start. But that leads to the next question: which cosmetology Brownsville TX school should you choose? At first, they may all seem the same, and chances are, they all offer similar classes that you will help you achieve your goal. In reality, each program has its own specific curriculum, cosmetology kits, as well as its own instructors.

While you won’t know your some aspects, like your classmates, until you start your cosmetology Brownsville TX program, you can compare some features of available programs offered before you enroll, as indicated below.  

Southern Careers Institute

Southern Careers Institute (SCI) offers a 40-week diploma program for a Cosmetology Operator. In general, students will learn the skills relating to hair, skin, and nail treatments. Additionally, students will learn the health and safety procedures regarding the salon industry. Specifically, students will learn the following skills:

  • Cutting, styling, and coloring hair
  • Hair and scalp treatment
  • Perms and relaxers
  • Salon management
  • Facials and makeup
  • Waxing
  • Manicuring

SCI offers hands-on training, practical experience, as well as mentoring to help students achieve success. What’s more, professionals will help you with resume preparation and interviewing strategies to facilitate job placement. According to their web site, tuition and other fees for this program are estimated at $18,500. For students who enrolled during the previous school year, 42% completed the program in 50 weeks, prior to the program length change. Their job placement rate is 100%.  

Vogue College of Cosmetology

The Vogue College of Cosmetology offers a 44-week program for a licensed cosmetologist. Their curriculum ensures that you will learn:

  • The most modern trends in cutting, coloring, and hair design
  • Detailed hair texture concepts
  • Cutting edge manicure and pedicure techniques
  • Facials and makeup
  • Product and retail knowledge for popular brands

Classes are taught by industry-proven instructors and are offered in either English or Spanish. Student-to-instructor ratios are low to ensure greater learning and knowledge. You also have the option of two programs: Cosmetology/General; and Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists. According to their web site, tuition and other fees are estimated at $15,995. For students who enrolled during the 2013-2014 school year, 69% completed the program in 44 weeks. Job placement rate for the students who complete the program is listed at 73%. Financing may be available for students who qualify.  

Salon & Spa Institute

The Salon & Spa Institute offers a certificate in either Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor, or Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General that requires 1,500 hours of hands-on training, lectures, and demonstrations. Student will receive additional training through mannequin usage, visual aids, student presentations and exercises, as well as field trips to ensure a well-rounded education. To complement the skill set, instructors also teach students about professional attitude and communication, sales strategies, and overall people skills. Specifically, you will learn skills such as:

  • Shampooing, dressing, and cutting hair, plus pressing and finger waving
  • Hair coloring, including, temporary coloring, bleaching, and dimensional coloring
  • Hair restructuring, straightening, and relaxing
  • Skin analysis, hair removal techniques
  • Manicures and pedicures

According to their web site, tuition and other fees for this program were not available. Their current program completion rate is 84%, program placement rate is listed at 72%, and licensure rate is 91%.  

Conclusion

The cosmetology Brownsville TX school you choose will be the foundation for your success. But it is up to you to find the school that is right for you. Research program options and talk to both instructors and former students to ensure that your selection is the best fit for you.

This article was published on: 05/1/20 2:46 PM

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