Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 569200
- Phone: (256) 726-7000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
- Phone: (251) 578-1313
Financial Aid Office
- Phone: (251) 578-1313
ACCEPTANCE RATE
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95%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$3,712Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Cosmetology Program
The cosmetology program at Reid State Technical College 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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Reid State Technical College
7000 Adventist Blvd NW, Huntsville, AL
Reid State Technical College, located in Evergreen, Alabama, was founded in 1963 to provide residents of its designated service area additional post-secondary education opportunities. The city of Evergreen provided local support and land for the establishment of a permanent campus that allowed the college to become a reality.
RSTC provides academic excellence to individuals in the Counties of Monroe, Conecuh, and Escambia, as well as parts of Butler Covington and Wilcox Counties. The school has over the years added facilities and maintained renovations in order to utilize new technologies and meet current and future student needs.
Academics
As a technical college, RSTC provides a small number of programs focused on high demand fields. Individuals participating in one of these programs will receive the training and skills necessary to enter the workforce as a qualified professional, utilizing the knowledge and abilities learned through classroom and practical training under the supervision of professional instructors.
Completion of a program takes between one and two years to complete, with individuals will earn an associate degree or certificate depending on the program of study.
Programs offered include:
A complete list of programs is available here:
www.rstc.edu/programofstudy.html
Admissions and Financial Aid
Individuals interested in enrolling at Reid State Technical College may do so through the completion and submission of an application for admission and payment of all related fees after registration. Students are also asked to take a placement exam, participate in new student orientation and apply for financial aid prior to registration. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), used by the school to form a student's financial aid packet.
Students Enrolled in the Cosmetology Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Reid State Technical College has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Less Than Two-Year Award
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Less Than One Year Certificate | 0 |
Less Than Two-Year Award | 8 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 1 |
Female | 7 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Black | 4 |
White | 4 |
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
Students who have completed the Cosmetology program at Reid State Technical College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
- Huntsville, AL
- Total Employment: 430
- Average Hourly Rate: $14.75
- Average Annual Salary: $30690
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
Salary & Wages
- Huntsville, AL
- Average Hourly Rate: $12.52
- Average Annual Salary: $26050
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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants Reid State Technical College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Reid State Technical College may offer student services including:- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Assisting students to find work