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Cosmetology
Cosmetology School in Nashville, Cookeville, Lebanon, TN and Dalton, GA
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Are you looking for a new, rewarding, and exciting career? If so, a career as a cosmetologist may be just what you’re looking for! Cosmetology is the study and practice of beauty and wellness treatments with several branches of specialization, including makeup, skincare, nail care, and hairstyling. Cosmetologists are professionally trained experts in the art and science of all things beauty and wellness!
As a cosmetologist, you will play a key role in making people feel and look their best, and with the proper training and education, you will be in demand at salons, spas, beauty clinics, and businesses in the beauty and wellness industry. For those with an entrepreneurial spirit, you can start your own business or, start taking on clients right away at an established salon and spa in your area. You have plenty of options to choose from and lots of potential clients are looking for your talents. However, before you start taking on clients and growing your business, you need to take the first step and enroll in a cosmetology program. Fortunately for aspiring cosmetologists, Genesis College offers in-depth training through their cosmetology programs at their campuses located in Nashville, Lebanon, Cookeville, TN, and Dalton, GA.
Genesis’ cosmetology curriculum consists of 50 weeks of hands-on classroom instruction with experienced and knowledgeable instructors. During these hands-on classes and training opportunities, students will use the latest hair and color products, makeup, and nail and skincare. These hands-on opportunities allow students to gain in-depth familiarity with popular product lines that prospective clients are looking for. In addition, with our continuous career development and business training classes, Genesis’ cosmetology graduates have the flexibility to join an existing salon, start their own business, or pursue career opportunities in product sales or cosmetology instruction. You will not only gain technical knowledge and skill but receive guidance on etiquette, professionalism, communication, personal appearance, and sanitation. Your future awaits, and you can begin this exciting journey right away. Genesis’ cosmetology school offers new classes every month— no need to wait until the following semester.
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You, like other Genesis cosmetology school students, will become an expert in traditional and emerging beauty trends and techniques through classroom instruction focusing on:
You will learn the fundamentals of hair cutting and styling through classroom instruction and receive hands-on training opportunities cutting different styles in long, medium, and short hair, as well as men’s and women’s styles. In addition to step-by-step demonstrations, you’ll receive training on lines, layering techniques, and gradation. Additionally, Genesis’ cosmetology graduates are comfortable with the latest techniques and strategies for blow-outs, curling, and straightening using various tools and products. You will also learn how to style hair following a haircut in addition to up-dos and braiding.
From basic upkeep to elaborate nail designs, nail technicians are more in demand than ever before. Your classroom instruction at Genesis’ cosmetology program will teach you how to give clients a thorough spa manicure and pedicure using professional tools and techniques. In addition, you will learn how to cut and shape nails, nail repair and how to apply nail polish. Lastly, you will learn sterilizing procedures and how to maintain a hygienic salon.
Beauty trends are often cyclical, coming in and out of style with the seasons. Genesis’ cosmetology school students will learn all the style trends in hair, nails, skincare, and makeup so you can start delivering highly sought-after beauty services right away.

Your Future Career Options as a Licensed Cosmetologist
A Master Cosmetology license creates opportunities for a great number of careers in a variety of settings:
- Makeup Artist
- Salon Manager or Owner
- Self- Employed Hair Stylist
- Hair Colorist
- Hair Stylist to the Stars in Television and Film
- Cosmetology Instructor (with further licensure)
- Product Sales Specialist
As you look into your new career as a Cosmetologist, be sure to research some of the real-life details of your new trade such as job outlook, self-employment opportunities, earning potential in your chosen career track and details of your new work environment.
And don’t forget to read up on how to get your cosmetology license — our guide offers you more information on beginning your career once you graduate.
We recommend to you the resources of the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Department of Labor’s O-Net, where all this information can be found and more.
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