Cosmetology Program

The cosmetology program at George C Wallace State Community College – Selma 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 Alabama colleges that offer cosmetology program.

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George C Wallace State Community College – Selma

801 Main St NW, Hanceville, AL

George C Wallace State Community College has been educating students since 1963. It has improved the lives of over one million residents of Alabama. The college is located in Selma, Alabama and offers an affordable education. Student enrollment is over 1,700 students. Tuition is $109 per credit.

The college strives to offer cutting edge programs that meet the needs of students and employers. George C Wallace State Community College offers programs that prepare students for transfer to other colleges and universities. The college also offers vocational and career education that leads students into immediate employment, re-trains existing employees, and promotes local and state economic stability and competitiveness. Wallace Community College also works with individuals to formulate their educational goals.

WCCS offers 16 technical programs. These programs are: Auto Body Repair, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration, Auto Mechanics, Cosmetology, Drafting & Design Technology, Electrical Technology, Office Administration, Office Administration (Accounting), Information Processing (Secretarial), Information Technology, Medical Transcription, Practical Nursing, Nursing Assistant, Masonry, and Machine Tool Technology & Welding.

The school offers health care to students as well as numerous activities. WCCS provides the opportunity to participate in athletic competition including football, basketball, volleyball, and baseball. Students can also become a member of the student government.

Wallace State Community College offers community services to meet the economic, cultural, and educational needs of Selma and the surrounding area. The mission of the college is to offer facilities and equipment to businesses, high schools, and non-profit groups in the area for community programs.

Students Enrolled in the Cosmetology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. George C Wallace State Community College – Selma 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

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).