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What is Cosmetology?

With training in the Cosmetology/Operator program, you’ll have the skills of an esthetician which include makeup, styling, and all aspects of skin and nail care. Additionally, you’ll also be a professionally trained hair stylist. As a Cosmetology/Operator you’ll be able to create the total look from hair color to nail polish.

Graduates of the Milan Institute Cosmetology/Operator program obtain experience and expertise in the latest Cosmetology/Operator procedures and techniques. You will also gain the Salon Business Skills needed to put your talents to use. You can feel confident entering the work force equipped with industry knowledge and practical business savvy. Take your career to the next level by combining your business and Cosmetology/Operator training from Milan Institute with experience in the field, and you can even start your own business and be your own boss!

Get Paid Well to Do What You Love

Did you know there a high demand in the beauty industry right now? That means people like you with a passion for the beauty industry have terrific job prospects. If you’re creative, like to express yourself and interact with others, a career in Cosmetology/Operator could be perfect for you.

Turn your artistic talents into a viable, professional career with training and licensing from Milan Institute.

Take a look at some of the jobs you could have as a licensed Cosmetology/Operator:

  • Professional Stylist
  • Make-Up Technician
  • Platform Artist
  • Product Representative
  • Salon Owner or Manager
  • State Board Member/Examiner
  • Image Consultant
  • Skin Care Specialist

10 Reasons why you should choose Milan Institute of Cosmetology

1. Hands-on Training

You’ll adapt quickly from study to practical application in your new career after your hands-on, instructor-led training from Milan Institute. You can stand out among your peers with the leading edge Industry knowledge you gained at Milan.

2. Experienced, Qualified Instructors

Our instructors are all professionals in their respective fields so they bring current industry insight right to the classroom. Our instructors bring the relevant, on-the-job experience you can’t get in any textbook.

3. Reputation Among Employers

Our name is recognized by several employers. You’ll feel proud when your training from Milan Institute opens doors in your new career.

4. Small Classes

Unlike large Colleges and Universities where you can easily become another nameless student in a massive class, at Milan Institute you’ll receive one-on-one attention from the instructor. Our small classes assure that you get the support you need and move quickly from training into the workforce.

5. Current Market Demands

Current Market Demands – Our graduates can advance in their new careers because they know what to expect before they graduate. At Milan Institute we continually strive to provide the most advanced, up-to-date curriculum.

6. Career Services Assistance

The support you receive from Milan Institute doesn’t stop at graduation. We offer career services assistance to give you a jump-start in your new career. Our success is a working graduate – You!

7. Equipment

We strive to provide the most up-to-date equipment to provide you the skills and knowledge when you move from training into your new career. At Milan Institute we use industry standard equipment in each of our programs so you get practical skills to take into the job, and a realistic sense of what the job requires.

8. Financial Aid

Because we are Nationally Accredited, we are authorized to offer various financial aid programs for those who qualify. An Educational Finance Advisor will walk you through the process and explain your options.

9. Recognized Name in the Community

You’ll make great contacts with prospective employers and clients while you’re still in school through our student clinics. Our clinics are open to the public so not only do you get great work experience while you train, but also our name is recognized throughout the community.

10. Nationally Accredited

Milan Institute and Milan Institute of Cosmetology are Nationally Accredited institutions.