Cosmetology Programs
Cosmetology Program - Columbus, OH
We educate and train our students (or as we call them, Future Professionals) to begin their careers in the beauty industry as licensed cosmetologists. Future Professionals are guided by our Learning Leaders through the cosmetology program’s three levels—Core, Adaptive, and Creative—taking on more advanced techniques and building real-world skills and confidence as they move through each stage. Our cosmetology program curriculum includes Paul Mitchell Advanced Education’s proprietary Cutting System, Color System, Texture System, Short Hair System, and Makeup System.
Our Program Levels
Level 1: Core
Level 2: Adaptive
Level 3: Creative
Level 1: Core
A foundation course focusing on the fundamentals of cutting, color, texture, styling, skin and nails, and an introduction to our Paul Mitchell Schools culture. Future Professionals learn the fundamentals in theory, then practice them hands-on in the safe environment of the classroom. You’ll work on mannequin heads and receive close, personal attention from a Learning Leader guiding you every step of the way.
Technical Areas Covered Include:
- Braiding, up-styling and finishing
- Perming and smoothing hair
- Hair coloring and lightening
- Precision haircutting skills
- Manicure, pedicure, makeup and facials
- And much more
Level 2: Adaptive
The learning continues in the classroom and in the clinic classroom, where Future Professionals practice and perfect the fundamental skills learned in Core. Adaptive-level students work on live models in a salon-like environment with the oversight and support of their Learning Leaders. You will work with professional products and learn how to conduct client consultations and create extraordinary guest-service experiences.
Areas Covered Include:
- Practice on real people in a salon-like environment
- Perfect your skills with help from Learning Leaders
Level 3: Creative
The Creative phase is where Future Professionals begin to expand their skills and learn more advanced and creative techniques. At the Creative level, students prepare to become salon-ready by working more independently. The pace and conditions are similar to those in a salon. You will develop your speed, build a résumé and portfolio and prepare to pass the state board test.
Areas Covered Include:
- Work independently (under the supervision of a Learning Leader)
- Prepare a career portfolio
- Prepare to pass the State Board test
- Develop speed and prepare to start your career
Student Kit
One of the most exciting days for our Future Professionals is the day they get to unwrap their very own professional kit. It’s packed with all the essentials—hot styling tools, mannequin heads, combs and brushes, scissors and clips, and much more—so you’re ready to succeed in school and launch your dream career.
Digital Support
When you have the latest technology and resources at your fingertips, you’ll be more successful in school and in your career. Future Professionals have on-the-go access to schoolwork, advice from industry leaders, Paul Mitchell cutting and coloring apps, our exclusive Business Fundamentals: Connecting to My Future curriculum and much more.
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
Learn more about our graduation, placement, and licensure rates, and much more.
OUR COSMETOLOGY PROGRAMS
We offer varying cosmetology program options. See below for more details on each of them.
Cosmetology
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?
Tuition $19,292.00
Application Fee (non-refundable) 25.00
Registration Fee 75.00
Technical Kit* 2,556.15
Textbooks (non-refundable) 367.50
Digital Kit (non-refundable) 448.50
Sales tax (7.5%) (non-refundable) 252.91
TOTAL COSTS $23,017.06
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE?
School Required Hours
Commitment to Complete Program: 1500 hours
WHEN CAN I GET STARTED?
Ready to get started? Here are our upcoming start dates for this program:
- January 14th, 2025, 3-Day (20% Hybrid Distance Education)
- March 10th, 2025, 4-Day (20% Hybrid Distance Education)
- April 29, 2025, 3-Day (20% Hybrid Distance Education)
- June 16th, 2025, 4-Day (20% Hybrid Distance Education)
- August 5th, 2025, 3-Day (20% Hybrid Distance Education)
- September 22nd, 2025, 4-Day (20% Hybrid Distance Education)
- November 11th, 2025, 3-Day (20% Hybrid Distance Education)
STUDENT EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS
- 1 Cutting System APP, ISBN N/A, $199.00
- 1 Color System APP, ISBN N/A, $199.00
- 1 Make-up System APP, ISBN N/A, $40.00
- 1 The Skill Cards, ISBN N/A, $26.25
- 1 Men’s Cutting System DVD, ISBN N/A, $162.50
- 1 The Skill Cards, ISBN N/A, $26.25
- 1 Connecting to My Future Book, ISBN 0-9743205-0-1, $19.95
- 1 Be Nice (Or Else!) Book, ISBN-13: 978-0-974-993-99-7, $23.95
- 1 Service Menu Experience, ISBN N/A, $N/A
- 1 Master Audio Club subscription (while enrolled)
- 1 Color paper swatch chart, ISBN N/A, $N/A
- 1 PM Shines paper swatch chart, ISBN N/A, $N/A
- 1 Blonding Brochure, ISBN N/A, $N/A
- 1 Shines XG paper swatch chart, ISBN N/A, $N/A
- 1 iPad
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS
- Pivot Point Fundamentals: Cosmetology ISBN-978-1-940593-59-3, $209.00 $14.11 Sales Tax Total: $223.11
Hair Designer
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?
Tuition $14,076.00
Application Fee (non-refundable) 25.00
Registration Fee 75.00
Technical Kit* 1,788.74
Textbooks (non-refundable) 367.50
Digital Kit (non-refundable) 448.50
Sales Tax (7.5%) (non-refundable) 195.36
TOTAL COSTS $17,606.10
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE?
School Required Hours
Commitment to Complete Program: 1000 hours
WHEN CAN I GET STARTED?
Ready to get started? Here are our upcoming start dates for this program:
- January 14th, 2025, 3-Day (20% Hybrid Distance Education)
- March 10th, 2025, 4-Day (20% Hybrid Distance Education)
- April 29, 2025, 3-Day (20% Hybrid Distance Education)
- June 16th, 2025, 4-Day (20% Hybrid Distance Education)
- August 5th, 2025, 3-Day (20% Hybrid Distance Education)
- September 22nd, 2025, 4-Day (20% Hybrid Distance Education)
- November 11th, 2025, 3-Day (20% Hybrid Distance Education)
STUDENT EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS
1 The Men’s Cutting System App
1 The Cutting System App
1 The Color Systems App
1 The Skill Cards
1 Be Nice (Or Else!) E-Book
1 Plugged In Membership includes Master Audio Club subscription
(while enrolled)
1 Mini-Color Swatch Book
1 The Makeup System App
1 Paul Mitchell Pro Login
1 Apple iPad
Required Textbooks
Pivot Point Fundamentals: Cosmetology ISBN- 978-1-940593-59-3, $209.00
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