How do you take a cosmetology instructor course?

Taking cosmetology instructor courses requires choosing a beauty school or beauty instructor program and enrolling for online or in-person class instruction. Cosmetology schools that offer cosmetology instructor training and certification include Paul Mitchell Schools and Empire Beauty Schools. Milady offers basic Master's Educator Certification and Advanced Educator Certification course training for those interested in teaching beauty topics.

Cosmetology instructor training involves classes that teach how to develop lesson plans and teaching techniques to guide classroom learning. Paul Mitchell Schools covers how to teach beauty theory, evaluate student classroom performance and help students prepare for the state cosmetology board examination. Team building is among the techniques taught to potential cosmetology instructors at Empire Beauty Schools, and graduates meet state licensing requirements for instructors where applicable.

Before taking cosmetology instructor courses, aspiring teachers must first complete a cosmetology training program at a college or vocational school. State licensing boards determine what type of courses and hands-on training is required to prepare for state licensing. Prospective instructors must then pass a state cosmetology licensing exam and demonstrate a mastery of skills. Future cosmetology teachers should gain real world experience working as a professional cosmetologist two to three years prior to seeking instructor training. To teach cosmetology courses, some states require completion of a formal teacher training program, and some states mandate passing a state cosmetology instructor licensing exam.