Graduation Information

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

The Student must complete the following graduation requirements:

  1. Complete the required number of program clock hours.
  2. Complete and submit all assigned skill practical assessments through CourseKey, to demonstrate completion of State requirements.
  3. Pass the school’s final written and practical exams.
  4. Complete the required theory hours and pass all written theory exams.

Upon meeting all requirements listed above for graduation, the Student will receive an official transcript. Students may also request an official current transcript from the School, at any time following graduation.

Upon meeting all requirements listed above for graduation, having all monies owed to the school and/or a payment arrangement made with the School, the Student will receive a graduation/completion certificate.

Career Services

Career opportunities for Cosmetologists include, but are not limited to, Hair Stylist, Color Stylist, Makeup Artist, Nail Technician, Educator, Salon Owner or Manager, Product Trainer, Platform Artist, Esthetician, and many more.

Although Paul Mitchell The School Fresno does not guarantee employment upon graduation, Paul Mitchell The School Fresno does maintain an aggressive job placement program and will inform students of job openings and opportunities. Paul Mitchell The School Fresno coordinates placement programs with local and national salons by sending out surveys and inviting salon owners and guest artists to teach and speak there.

Paul Mitchell The School Fresno has placed students in the beauty industry as Hair Stylists, Color Stylists, Makeup Artists,  Educators, and Salon Owners or Managers.

The school has a dedicated Placement Leader.

Employment and Career Opportunities for Barber, Hairdresser, Hairstylist and Cosmetologist: 

  • Salon Hairstylist
  • Hospital Hair-Care Service
  • Cosmetology School Owner
  • Free-lance Hairstylist
  • Salesperson/Retail Specialist
  • Manufacturer’s Representative
  • Salon Owner/Manager
  • Makeup Artist
  • State Board Examiner
  • Hair Color Specialist
  • Stage and Film Makeup Artist
  • State Board Inspector
  • Artificial Hair Services Specialist
  • Beauty and Fashion Consultant
  • Trade Publication Writer
  • Platform Artist
  • Photo Stylist
  • Salon Barbering
  • Cruise Ship Stylist/Barber
  • Cosmetology School Instructor
  • Free-lance Barbering

39-5000 Personal Appearance Workers

39-5010 Barbers, Hairdressers, Hairstylists and Cosmetologists

39-5011 Barbers

Provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair; trimming beards; or giving shaves.

39-5012  Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists

Provide beauty services, such as cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. May shampoo hair, apply makeup, dress wigs, remove hair, and provide nail and skincare services. Excludes "Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance" (39-5091), "Manicurists and Pedicurists" (395092), and "Skincare Specialists" (39-5094).

2019 Median Pay: The median hourly wage for barbers was $14.50 in May 2019. The annual mean wage in California is $30,450 to $33,430.

The median hourly wage for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists was $12.54 in May 2019. The annual mean wage in California is $38,390.

Number of Jobs 2018: 766,100

Job Outlook 2018: Employment of barbers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is projected to grow 8% from 2018 to 2028, faster than the average for all occupations. Population growth will lead to greater demand for hair care services.

Students can refer to the Department of Labor website http://www.bls.gov for additional information regarding employment opportunities and availability.