Educational Requirements - Cosmetologists In order to work as a hairstylist or cosmetologist, one must attend a state-licensed barber or cosmetology school and be at least 16 years old. In some states one must earn a high school or equivalency diploma as well. Training programs in hairstyling and cosmetology last approximately nine months and may result in earning an associate degree. Manicurist training programs are not as long.
Haircolor Specialist
If you have an eye for color,you may what to pursue this vocational direction. A color technician or hair colorist selects the best color, formulates it, and processes it to enhance a client's hair. This is an extremely creative area of the industry. You my want to specialize at a salon, become a color trainer, work for a color manufacturer, for become a platform artist demonstrating your techniques. As a hair colorist, it is imperative that you continue your education by attending advanced hair color classes. This will give you a creative edge and provide you with special and highly marketable skills. In addition,the art of color correction is a very lucrative business and requires extensive knowledge of hair color and related products.