Cosmetology Instructor Career

If you're an experienced cosmetologist and enjoy helping your colleagues learn new skills, you might consider becoming a Cosmetology Instructor. Cosmetology instructor requirements vary from state to state, but typical qualifications for a license to teach cosmetology are:

  • A high school diploma
  • Up to 1000 hours of training in an accredited cosmetology instructor program
  • A cosmetology license (operator or manager)
  • Work experience as a cosmetologist

Licensing Requirements
You can find cosmetology career licensing requirements for U.S. states at BeautyTech.com.


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Sources:
  1. Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-2007 Edition; Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor.
  2. BeautyTech: Beauty Professionals Internet Networking