The School:

Our mission at Michigan College of Beauty is to be the model cosmetology school in southeast Michigan. Our standards for student and client relations are unsurpassed. We strive for excellence in the beauty industry.

Michigan College of Beauty is a nationally accredited and top Cosmetology school, with 70 years experience training successful hairstylists, estheticians and nail technicians. Centrally located in Southeast Michigan, we serve the surrounding counties of Monroe, Wayne, Lenawee, Washtenaw and Lucas as well as many others. Michigan College of Beauty is the beauty school that will provide you with the tools you need to succeed!

Cosmetology:

We are one of only two Pivot Point schools in the entire Ann Arbor/Detroit/Toledo area. Widely recognized as the gold standard in cosmetology training methodology, a Pivot Point education provides the best, most comprehensive hair and beauty education in the US and around the world. We'll teach you to see and think, create and adapt as a designer. And upon graduation, you'll join an international network of millions of Pivot Point alumni who share a common experience and "speak the same language".

Cosmetology provides job openings all the time everywhere. There is a huge demand for Cosmetologists in almost every salon across the country. Overall employment of Cosmetologists is projected to grow about 10 to 20 percent for all occupations through 2010, due to increasing incomes and demand for services. That means you'll easily be able to find a place where you feel comfortable and can learn and grow as a professional.

All states require cosmetologists to have a license to practice. In Michigan, applicants must be at least seventeen years old and have completed 1500 hours of training. They must also pass a written and practical exam.

Cosmetologists should have a sense of form and artistry. They should like dealing with the public and should get along well with people. They should be willing to follow the instructions of customers and be aware of their preferences. Patience and an even temper are assets. Cosmetologists should be able to tolerate the long intervals of standing required for this work.

Esthetics Program: ESSENTIAL (400 Hours) and ADVANCED (600 Hours) programs offered

This is a study of the artistic and scientific principles of esthetics, and its theory, concepts and applications. The course includes the study of the skin and analysis of skin types and conditions, maintenance and corrective facial treatments, facial massage techniques, product knowledge and application, makeup techniques, hair removal, sales techniques and communication skills.

Esthetics represents one of today's fastest-growing segments of the salon and spa industry. Estheticians perform facials, hair removal and other body treatments such as massage. They must be adept at using a wide variety of products (cleansing agents, lotions, wraps, oils, to name a few) and tools (lighted mirrors, steam machines, saunas and spas, rinsing apparatus, to name a few) in order to provide the client with a positive experience. Estheticians must be able to recognize abnormalities in the skin and recommend effective treatments to correct those abnormalities. Estheticians must also be able to communicate well in order to establish, build and maintain a trusting relationship with each client. One of the most gratifying parts of being an esthetician is seeing how people feel better and carry themselves with greater confidence and knowing you helped to make the change.

Esthetics is one of those careers that require you know a lot about many different subjects. Because esthetics is primarily a hands-on business, the majority of your education will be devoted to technique. This covers all components of the facial process. These components include, but are not limited to: Skin Analysis, Cleansing, Exfoliation, Alpha Hydroxy Acids, Facial Massage, Deep Pore Cleansing, Use of Various Equipment, Masks, Specialized Treatments for specific skin problems, and Product Knowledge.

Nail Technology:

ESSENTIAL (400 Hours) and ADVANCED (600 Hours) programs offered

Nail Technicians, clean, shape, and apply polish to fingernails and toenails. They are also trained to apply artificial nails, nail tips and nail wraps. Some nail technicians enjoy nail art and can produce unusual effects using airbrushes and three-dimensional ornaments. The course prepares students for positions as professional nail technicians. The student not only learns theoretical concepts of nail care, nail grooming and basic nail artistry, but must also demonstrate practical clinical procedures. The student is taught employability skills and prepared for the state licensing examination.

Nail Technicians work in beauty salons, department stores, barber shops, hotel beauty shops, and specialty salons for nails. With a good clientele, both self-employed nail technicians and salon employees can earn a good income. Success depends on skill and the number of clients they can serve in a given time.

Most states require nail technicians to have a license. In Michigan, applicants for state licensure must have 400 clock hours of training and must pass a written and practical exam.

Nail Technicians work indoors usually in bright and cheerful salons. They do most of their work while seated at a manicure table with their arms resting comfortably on it. They should not be allergic to the products used to create artificial nails. They work with all kinds of people, some easy to please and others are demanding. Nail Technicians need to be tactful and diplomatic. Artistic flair and creativity will help them in their work. Sales skills are also important in promoting both their services and the products they offer.

Instructor Training:

This course is designed to prepare a licensed cosmetologist to teach all phases of the basic cosmetology curriculum in a licensed school. The student not only learns theoretical concepts but must also demonstrate practical clinical procedures by first assisting a licensed instructor in the classroom and then completing practice teaching in a classroom. The student is taught employability skills and given a review of the cosmetology curriculum. Finally the student is prepared for the state licensing exam for cosmetology instructors.

Applicants must have an active cosmetology license to enter this training program. Graduates from this program must pass the state practical and written exam prior to being issued a cosmetology instructor license.

Cosmetology instructors find employment in schools where they teach cosmetology, manicuring and esthetics. Job openings occur in proprietary, vocational and technical schools, and may be either full or part time. Earnings increase with experience and vary from one region of the country to another.