Also, the type of clientele is changing as more and more men frequent salons. Although tasks may have changed during the years, the function of the cosmetologist remains the same to help people look more attractive. And with the current emphasis on youth, and more women joining the workforce each year, the U.S. Labor Department predicts job opportunities will be plentiful through the year 2000 especially for those who continually update their skills to include current fashion trends. At Vincennes University the Cosmetology Program is designed to prepare you for opportunities in all fields of cosmetology. Some of the areas include beauty salon operator, make-up artist, sales technician, salon manager, facial and skin care expert, hair stylist, hairpiece consultant, and manufacturer's representative.
Emphasis is on practical skills, professionalism, and business education.
As a cosmetology major, you will spend a minimum of 25 hours each week in the studio perfecting your skills. You will advance from the basics, such as quick styling and manicuring, to the more advanced skills in permanent waving and hair coloring. You will also study anatomy and physiology as it applies to cosmetology. Upon completion of the two-year program, you will be eligible for state licensure. The only way to know if a program or college is right for you, however, is to visit the campus.