Cosmetology Program

The cosmetology program at Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers 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 Tennessee colleges that offer cosmetology program.

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Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers

1276 Gilbreath Drive, Johnson City, TN

Overview

Chattanooga College Medical, Dental, and Technical Careers is a private, for-profit, two-year technical school located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Founded in 1968, it is a small school with around 200 students. It is committed to assisting students establish a solid knowledge base and acquire the necessary skills to succeed in today's marketplace. It strives to continuously improve its educational programs to meet the needs of the ever-changing business world. The programs offer flexibility, and the school offers a variety of support services to help students succeed at both the academic and professional levels.

Popular Programs

• Practical nursing
• Dental assisting
• Data processing
• Electrical, electronic, and communications engineering technology
• Health information/medical records technology

Admissions Information

Chattanooga College Medical, Dental, and Technical Careers features an open admissions policy. Students who have earned either a high school diploma or a GED are qualified to apply. To start the enrollment process, all students must complete a personal interview with admissions staff.

Financial Aid Options

Chattanooga College Medical, Dental, and Technical Careers participates in various financial aid programs and qualifying students may receive Federal Pell Grants, Stafford Loans, or other assistance.

Students Enrolled in the Cosmetology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers 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

• Johnson City, TN
  • Total Employment: 400
  • Average Hourly Rate: $11.59
  • Average Annual Salary: $24110

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

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

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

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