What is a Master Cosmetologist?
A master cosmetologist is a cosmetologist who has fulfilled certain educational and work experience requirements. As a general rule, a master cosmetologist must complete a regionally-approved cosmetology course, become licensed, work for at least a year, and fulfill some continuing educational requirements to ensure that he or she is current with information in the field of cosmetology. Once someone becomes a master cosmetologist, he or she has many more career opportunities. The first step in becoming a master cosmetologist is attending a cosmetology school. Most cosmetology programs last around a year, offering training in caring for hair, skin, and nails. Students learn about anatomy, physiology, and chemistry as they are taught about various skin, hair, and nail types and the products which can be used on them. While in school, cosmetology students also practice, to get hands-on experience in the field. After completing an education, the master cosmetologist candidate must take a l