Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor

Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor programs prepare cosmetologists, barbers, stylists, nail technicians, and other grooming specialists to teach their specializations in licensed and accredited schools of cosmetology and barbering, and to prepare for licensure as instructors. Includes instruction in cosmetology arts and sciences teaching principles; student learning styles; professional curricula development; instructional planning; instructional methods and aids; student counseling and career assistance; test development; and classroom/clinic management.

Of the 19 Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor degrees granted each year at the Associates degree level, women make up 89% percent and men make up 11% percent of the field of study. Did you know that Texas has more students being granted a degree in Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor than any other state? In fact, Texas granted 11 degrees last year! The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor is $33,350.