Cosmetology Schools and Careers in Los Angeles
If you want an exciting, fast-paced career in cosmetology, Los Angeles may be the perfect place to work. From everyday beauty to photoshoots and film, the city has something for every type of cosmetologist. As of 2018, cosmetologists in Los Angeles were paid a mean salary of $28,960 per year ($13.92 per hour), and the state is expecting the field to grow by 20% between 2016 and 2026.
Cosmetologists in California are required to earn 1,600 hours of training or complete 3,200 hours of an apprenticeship plus 220 hours of study in order to become licensed. The Los Angeles cosmetology schools below will help you earn your required hours and pass your licensure exams.
Program: Cosmetology
Program: Cosmetology
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16852 Devonshire Street
Granada Hills, CA 91344
Asian-American International Beauty College – Accredited
Westminster, CA 92683
CRU Institute of Cosmetology and Barbering – Accredited
Garden Grove, CA 92845
International Academy of Cosmetology & Barbering – Accredited
South Gate, CA 90280
International College of Beauty Arts & Sciences – Accredited
Los Angeles, CA 90039
John C. Fremont High School (high school students only) – Accredited
Los Angeles, CA 90003
Southern California Regional Occupational Center – Accredited
Torrance, CA 90501
V.R. Professional Beauty Academy – Accredited
City of Industry, CA 91748
You must attend a school that meets any licensure requirements as defined by your state. Most states require that you graduate from an accredited or state-approved school.
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