Cosmetology Schools near Fresno / Visalia, CA
If you hope to become a cosmetologist in California, Fresno or Visalia may be great places to start. With dozens of salons and spas in and between both cities, you have many employment locations to choose from. Additionally, Apartment Therapy named Fresno one of the best places to live in California, and Visalia was named one of the happiest places in the country in 2017.
Cosmetologists in Fresno made a mean salary of $31,100 per year ($14.95 per hour), and those in Visalia earned $29,090 ($13.99) as of 2019. The state anticipates cosmetology jobs to grow by 20% between 2016 and 2026, which is 11% higher than the national projection.
To earn cosmetology licensure in California, you must complete 1,600 hours of training OR 3,200 hours of an apprenticeship and 220 hours of training, plus pass exams. The Fresno and Visalia area schools below will give you the training you need to succeed.

Program: Cosmetology

Program: Cosmetology

Program: Cosmetology
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Cosmetology Schools Near You
You must attend school in the state you want to practice in. Most states require that you graduate from an accredited school. Click here to learn more about the requirements in your state.


Sierra Vista Adult School (Central California Women's Facility) – Accredited
Chowchilla, CA 93610
Valley State Adult School (Valley State Prison for Women) – Accredited
Chowchilla, CA 93610
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