Cosmetology and Barbering

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The Board of Cosmetology is responsible for licensing and regulating cosmetology. The board meets regularly to consider applications for licenses, to review disciplinary cases, and to conduct informal hearings relating to licenses and discipline (FDR.com).

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Scissorboy produces an online TV Series for hairstylists. Here, you can learn new cutting, coloring and styling techniques, get continuing cosmetology education and learn from award winning stylists in salons around the world (SB.com).

Daytona State College's School of Cosmetology offers programs in Cosmetology and Barbering. Each program is performance based and will help you develop the general knowledge, problem-solving abilities and skills required for employment in your chosen discipline. Incorporated into the curricula is hands-on lab participation to help you develop subject mastery. Careful instructional design combined with dedication and a teamwork approach allow you to graduate with the skill and confidence needed to succeed in your career.

Offered on the New Smyrna Beach-Edgewater campus Daytona State's Barbering program runs weekdays in New Smyrna Beach, full time days and evening part time. You will get top-notch training at an affordable price. You'll learn the latest techniques and skills in hairstyling, shaping, coloring, and texture, as well as clipper cutting, shaves, mustache and beard trims as you prepare to take the state licensure examination. Students develop the analytical skills necessary to determine the best possible cut for each client, using the perfect blend of timeless attention to detail with the savvy of modern style. Effective communication, proper grooming and barbershop management also are incorporated into the curriculum. Students may complete the Barbering program in 11 months.