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Cosmetology

Cosmetology

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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!

    • 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

  • A diagram titled 'Career Tree' depicts cosmetology career paths as a tree.

    • 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

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    • Mass Cosmetology License
    • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Safety
    • Barbicide

    • 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

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    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 WEBSITE, U.S. BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS (SOURCE 1, SOURCE 2, SOURCE 3) 


    (Updated 1/23/23)

    • Catherine Hinds Institute of Esthetics
       

    • 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