San Diego Cosmetology Schools & Programs There is a wide selection of cosmetology schools and programs in the San Diego area. The Marinello School of Beauty, for example, provides instruction with a theoretical base in haircutting, hairstyling, hair designing, skin care and manicuring, with outside demonstrations and other viable teaching aids. Je Boutique College of Beauty's cosmetology program offers advanced techniques like the use of interactive laser discs and the internationally recognized pivot point scientific technique. Also, the school features programs for estheticians and manicurists.

San Diego's cosmetology industry and individual occupations are growing at tremendous rates, giving graduates a bright future to look forward to in the city. Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists should increase in number by 760 between 2002 and 2012, growth of 25.4%. There will be an average 134 annual openings in those fields. Manicurists and pedicurists will grow at the greatest rate, by 32.1% over that time frame, adding 180 new jobs, with 29 openings annually. These growth rates are amongst the strongest in the country.

Cosmetology Schools, Programs & Courses in San Diego
Subjects listed are highlights of programs and/or courses offered.  
Harrington College of Design Brown College Argosy University University of Phoenix American Intercontinental University Kaplan University Le Cordon Bleu Schools International Academy of Design & Technology Argosy University Audubon Expedition Institute Brooks Institute of Photography Brooks Institute of Photography The Art Institutes The Art Institutes Sanford Brown Institute Harrington College of Design University of Phoenix Brooks Institute of Photography Brooks Institute of Photography Argosy University DeVry University Vet Tech Institute The Art Institutes The Art Institute Online

Why San Diego is a Great Place to Study Cosmetology
San Diego boasts an array of great features that make it an alluring destination to cosmetology students, and beauty care professionals/entrepreneurs. San Diego has a large population. It is California's second-largest city, and the seventh-largest in the country. The 1.3 million people In the area means that no matter where you set up shop, the stream of customers should be steady and always growing. The climate in San Diego is famous, with mostly sunny and temperate year-round, so the cosmetology industry does not suffer much from a slow winter season. The incredibly strong economy in the city makes either establishing a beauty care business or finding a job in the growing field of beauty services easier for cosmetology graduates.

Other Resources for Cosmetology Education and Careers in San Diego
  • The California Cosmetology Association
  • San Diego Chamber
  • San Diego Magazine - Trends
  • National Cosmetology Association
  • Cosmetology - Employers in San Diego
  • Scripps Hair & Skin Gallery
  • Jobs-The Union Tribune
  • Beauty Kliniek Aromatherapy Spa & Wellness Center
  • Simply Hired Salon Jobs
  • Detour Salon

  • Cosmetology - Internship Opportunities in San Diego
  • Jobing.com
  • Backpage.com
  • Craig's List
  • SD Employment Guide
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