Important Qualities
Detail oriented: Cosmetologists must follow specific rules and protocols to protect the general public.
Interpersonal skills: Cosmetologists must work closely with the general public and others within the industry. Strong communication skills, self-management, and development of a professional image including professional ethics, and personality development must be well developed.
Listening skills: Cosmetologists must have good listening skills, including reflective listening, to consider each client’s individual needs.
Organizational skills: Cosmetologists must have excellent organizational and time management skills. (i.e. record keeping, appointment booking)
Continuing Education
- Universities & Community Colleges (Business)
- Vidal Sassoon Academy
- Paul Mitchell Schools
- Make-Up Designory (MUD)
- Christine Valmy Education
- Advanced Courses available for each discipline
High School Credits Earned
| Level 1 | |
| Cosmetology 1 | 10 credits |
| CTE Math I | 5 credits |
| ICTE Science I | 5 credits |
| Level 2 | |
| Cosmetology 2 | 10 credits |
| CTE Math II | 5 credits |
| ICTE Science II | 5 credits |
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| TOTAL: | 40 Credits |
Certificates Upon Graduation
- MCVSD Program Certificate of Completion
- New Jersey State Cosmetology License
(Upon passing written/practical exam)
**The Division of Consumer Affairs requires that applicants for professional and occupational licenses provide, as part of their application, either a Social Security Number or an Individual Tax Identification Number. This information is necessary to ensure an applicant's compliance with applicable tax laws. In addition, the Division's boards and committees are obligated to ensure that licenses and permits are not provided to non-qualified aliens because Federal law limits the issuance of professional licenses to U.S. citizens and qualified aliens.
The following is a list of acceptable documents that may be used to establish a student's identity and eligibility to be licensed by the Board and/or to renew his or her license:
- Primary ID (w/ Photo)- Choose one
- State Driver's license or nondriver's ID
- US Passport
- Military ID
- I-551 Permanent Resident Card
- I-571 Refugee Travel Document
- I-688 Temporary Resident Card
- I-688A Employment Authorization Card
- I-688B Employment Authorization Document
- I-766 Employment Authorization Card
- Secondary ID- Choose one
- State Driver's license or nondriver's ID
- Utility or credit card bill (w/in past 90 days)
- Checking or Savings Account statement from bank (w/in past 60 days)
- Original lease or rental agreement
- Property tax bill, statement, or receipt
- Any letter or correspondence received from the IRS or state tax office (w/in past year)
- First-class mail received from any federal, state, or local gov't (w/in past 6 mos)
Call 800-733-9267 at least 3 weeks in advance if you cannot provide the required documentation.
Questions about your immigration status and whether or not it is a qualifying status under federal law should be directed to the USCIC at: 1-800-375-5283
Additional Information
NJ State Board of Cosmetology & Hairstyling
NJ Licensing Requirements
PSI Bulletin