Cosmetology courses teach students the professional skills needed to provide beauty and personal care services. Here's a brief overview:

These courses typically cover:

• Hair styling, cutting, and coloring

• Skincare and facial treatments

• Nail care and manicure/pedicure services

• Makeup application techniques

• Health and safety practices

• Salon business management basics

Students learn both theory and practical skills through hands-on training. Our programs prepare students to pass their state licensing exam, which is required to work professionally as a cosmetologist.

The length of coursework varies by schedule and program type, but full programs often take 9-15 months of full-time study to complete.

An esthetician course focuses specifically on skincare and facial treatments, making it more specialized than general cosmetology. Here's a brief overview:

The course typically covers:

• Facial treatments and techniques

• Skin analysis and care

• Professional makeup application and eye lashing

• Hair removal

• Chemical peels and exfoliation

• Anti-aging treatments

• Body treatments

• Sanitation and safety protocols

• Product knowledge

• Client consultation skills

The program is usually shorter than full cosmetology training, typically taking 4-6 months to complete. Like cosmetology, students must obtain state licensing to practice professionally. Estheticians often work in spas, salons, dermatology offices, or start their own skincare businesses.

The main difference from cosmetology is that estheticians don't learn hair cutting/styling or nail care, focusing instead on more advanced skincare techniques.

An eyelash technician course (also called lash tech) focuses on the application and maintenance of eyelash extensions. Here's a brief overview:

The course typically covers:

• Eyelash extension application techniques

• Different types of lash materials (synthetic, silk, mink)

• Proper isolation and placement of extensions

• Various styling techniques (classic, volume, hybrid)

• Eye anatomy and safety

• Sanitation protocols

• Allergies and contraindications

• Client consultation skills

• Lash removal and maintenance

• Aftercare instructions

• Business practices

Texas states require licensing to practice professionally..

Lash technicians can work in salons, spas, or operate their own business. The field is relatively new compared to traditional beauty services but has grown rapidly in popularity over recent years.

Unlike cosmetologists or estheticians, lash technicians specialize exclusively in eyelash services, though some may also offer complementary services like lash lifts and tints.