Cosmetology Program

The cosmetology program at Blue Cliff College – Houma prepares students for a career as a barber, salon manager, skin care specialist, nail technician, esthetician, or cosmetology teacher. The program focuses on hair-style, cut and trim, as well as performing manicures, pedicures, and massage. Program courses include: hair cutting and styling, manicuring, pedicuring, facial treatments, shampooing, chemical applications, esthetics, shop management, sanitation and safety, customer service, and applicable professional and labor laws and regulations. Get more details below including other Virginia colleges that offer cosmetology program.

Blue Cliff College – Houma

8041-L Tysons Corner Ctr, McLean, VA

Blue Cliff College was founded in 1987 with the goal of becoming a premier school for massage therapy. In 2005 Blue Cliff College began the process of program diversification, offering a wider variety of vocational programs in today's most popular industries. Originally located in New Orleans, the school has opened campuses in Lafayette, Alexandria, Houma, Metairie and Shreveport in Louisiana, Gulfport in Mississippi, and Fayetteville in Arkansas.

Academics

Blue Cliff College has made it its mission to provide a quality education for the programs it offers. The process of diversification was to provide more options to potential students, offering reasonably priced education and assistance in finding a career post-graduation.

Programs offered:

• Continuing Education
• Cosmetology
• Cosmetology Instructor Training
• Dental Assisting
• Dialysis Technician
• Esthetics
• Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
• Massage Therapy
• Medical Assisting
• Medical Office Assistant

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students wishing to attend Blue Cliff College must have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 18 years of age, meet with an admissions officer for an interview and must demonstrate the ability to meet financial obligations. Financial aid is available to eligible students. Students should meet with a financial aid officer to determine options and eligibility.

Students Enrolled in the Cosmetology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Blue Cliff College – Houma offers a less than two-year award program in cosmetology.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists

Description

Provide beauty services, such as shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. May apply makeup, dress wigs, perform hair removal, and provide nail and skin care services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 6
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.08
  • Average Annual Salary: $35530

Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance

Description

Apply makeup to performers to reflect period, setting, and situation of their role.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, makeup artists, theatrical and performance employment is expected to grow at a rate of 19.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.66
  • Average Annual Salary: $80410

Manicurists and Pedicurists

Description

Clean and shape customers' fingernails and toenails. May polish or decorate nails.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, manicurists and pedicurists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 10.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $12.06
  • Average Annual Salary: $25080

Skincare Specialists

Description

Provide skincare treatments to face and body to enhance an individual's appearance. Includes electrologists and laser hair removal specialists.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, skincare specialists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 12.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 560
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.36
  • Average Annual Salary: $52740

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).