• City College has the highest passing rate in San Diego (97-100%) for state cosmetology exams among the eight local schools that offer cosmetology.
• 95% of City College cosmetology graduates get jobs with starting salaries from $18,000 to $25,000.
• The Cosmetology Department actively refers and places students in jobs.
• The cosmetology teaching staff is strong in all areas of cosmetology, including coloring, chemistry and master barbering.
• The City College Cosmetology Department wins first place awards in statewide competitions sponsored by the California Cosmetologist Association.
• Our competency skills certificate prepares students to take and pass the state board cosmetology exams.
• Enrollment fees are lowest of any college, university or technical school in California.

The City College Cosmetology program offers instruction and practice in the fundamentals of cosmetology, including skin, hair and nail care, salon management, sales, and client and community relations. Classes include guest speakers and salon visits and cover all aspects of cosmetology, including how to run a small business, how to advance in the field and the latest industry updates. Under California law, students enrolling in cosmetology courses must be at least 16 years old.

Excellent Opportunities for Men and Woman:
No longer exclusively for women, profitable careers for men in cosmetology include jobs as salon managers and owners, product salespeople and manufacturers' representatives as well as hair stylists.

Departmental Tips:

• Full-time day students can complete the program in one year. Part-time, evening students can complete in 18 months.
• All cosmetology courses involve lecture plus intensive lab practice.
• Cosmetology students serve clients Wednesday through Friday at the Cosmetology School.
• To comply with safety requirements, students must wear black, closed-toe, rubber-soled shoes to class.
• Students are expected to purchase a cosmetology practice kit from the bookstore.

Training Available:
San Diego City College:
Professor Constance Calhoun
Office: A-1-f
Phone: (619) 388-3284

Industry Contact:
National Cosmetology Association
http://www.nca-now.com
 

Constance Calhoun | Phone: 619-388-3284 | A-1-F