Are you looking for a career that offers room for professional growth, plenty of different work settings, and the chance to make a difference? Cosmetology is a field that does all of this and more.
This field is growing across the country, making this a great time to finally take the plunge.
After finishing your training, you can contact the Wisconsin Cosmetology Examining Board to schedule your licensing exams. You have to pass both a practical exam and a written exam. In total, you must pay $391 in fees to get your license.
Your clients deserve the best, and attending cosmetology school in Wisconsin can show you how to deliver the best every single time. Approved schools must provide you with at least 1550 hours of education. The majority of this is hands-on practice, but you do spend some time on cosmetology theory. Keep reading to learn more about topics that must be taught at Wisconsin cosmetology schools.
Topics at Cosmetology Schools in Wisconsin
- Hygiene and grooming
- Bacteriology, sanitation, and sterilization
- Hair cutting and hair tapering
- Razor cutting
- Hairstyling
- Curling
- Finger waving
- Roller setting
- Blowdrying
- Shampoos
- Scalp and hair treatments
- Hair analysis
- Hair straightening
- Hair relaxing
- Thermal hair straightening
- Blowouts
- Hair coloring and bleaching
- Cosmetology chemistry
- Shaving
- Beard and mustache shaping
- Produce use and knowledge
Cosmetology license renewal in Wisconsin happens every two years in March of odd-numbered years. The cost is $82 to renew licenses, or an additional $25 if the license is renewed after March 31. Starting in 2015, Wisconsin voted to require the completion of continuing education credits. During each two-year renewal cycle, you must complete four hours of continuing education. One hour must focus on cosmetology laws and three hours must focus on safety, sanitation, and infection control.
Currently, Wisconsin cosmetologists claim an average income of $26,580 per year (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2016). Your income potential may vary, depending on the type of salon you work for, which part of Wisconsin you are in, and how many clients you have. Your client base is a significant part of this, since tips are often a big part of a cosmetologists income.
Starting a career in the cosmetology industry may offer you plenty of benefits. Licensed cosmetologists can work in salons, spas, beauty shops, and specialty shops. Salons are open a wide variety of hours, so you may be able to find an employer that fits your unique scheduling needs.
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
Wisconsin Cosmetology Examining Board
PO Box 8935
1400 E. Washington Ave.
Madison WI 53703
Phone Number: 608-266-2112/877-617-1565
Fax Number: 608-261-7083
E-mail Address: DSPS@wisconsin.gov
The Wisconsin Cosmetology Examining Board can help you answer any questions we did not answer above about obtaining a Wisconsin cosmetology license.
For cosmetologists in Wisconsin, personal grooming is tinged with some
Midwestern charm. Many find this to be a rewarding career path that ties
them into communities. Those that would be interested in this profession,
consult these organizations to find out more.
Wisconsin Cosmetology Examining Board
Professional Beauty Association
American Association of Cosmetology Schools
