Graduation Requirements
The Student must complete the following graduation requirements:
- Complete the required number of program clock hours.
- Complete and submit all clinic practical worksheets, to demonstrate completion of State requirements.
- Pass the school’s final written and practical exams.
- Complete the required theory hours and pass all written theory exams.
Upon meeting all requirements listed above for graduation, the Student will receive an official transcript. Students may also request an official current transcript from the School, at any time following graduation.
Upon meeting all requirements listed above for graduation, having all monies owed to the school and/or a payment arrangement made with the School, the Student will receive a graduation/completion certificate.
Career Services
Career opportunities for Cosmetologists include, but are not limited to, Hair Stylist, Color Stylist, Makeup Artist, Nail Technician, Educator, Salon Owner or Manager, Product Trainer, Platform Artist, Esthetician, and many more.
Although Paul Mitchell the School San Jose does not guarantee employment upon graduation, Paul Mitchell the School San Jose does maintain an aggressive job placement program and will inform students of job openings and opportunities. Paul Mitchell the School San Jose coordinates placement programs with local and national salons by sending out surveys and inviting salon owners and guest artists to teach and speak there.
Paul Mitchell the School San Jose has placed students in the beauty industry as Hair Stylists, Beauty Industry Educators, Salon Owners or Managers, barber, Beauty Industry Instructor.
Employment and Career Opportunities for Barber, Hairdresser, Hairstylist and Cosmetologist:
- Salon Hairstylist
- Free-lance Hairstylist
- Salon Owner/Manager
- Hair Color Specialist
- Artificial Hair Services Specialist
- Platform Artist
- Cruise Ship Stylist/Barber
- Hospital Hair-Care Service
- Salesperson/Retail Specialist
- Makeup Artist
- Stage and Film Makeup Artist
- Beauty and Fashion Consultant
- Photo Stylist
- Cosmetology School Instructor
- Cosmetology School Owner
- Manufacturer’s Representative
- State Board Examiner
- State Board Inspector
- Trade Publication Writer
- Salon Barbering
- Free-lance Barbering
39-5000 Personal Appearance Workers
39-5010 Barbers, Hairdressers, Hairstylists and Cosmetologists
39-5011 Barbers
Provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair; trimming beards; or giving shaves.
39-5012 Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
Provide beauty services, such as cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. May shampoo hair, apply makeup, dress wigs, remove hair, and provide nail and skincare services. Excludes "Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance" (39-5091), "Manicurists and Pedicurists" (39-5092), and "Skincare Specialists" (39-5094).
2019 Median Pay: The median hourly wage for barbers was $14.50 in May 2019. The annual mean wage in California is $30,450 to $33,430. The median hourly wage for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists was $12.54 in May 2019.
Number of Jobs 2018: 766,100
Job Outlook 2018: Employment of barbers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is projected to grow 8% from 2018 to 2028, faster than the average for all occupations. Population growth will lead to greater demand for hair care services.
Students can refer to the Department of Labor website http://www.bls.gov for additional information regarding employment opportunities and availability.