Cosmetology
R. L. Turner High School
Business & Industry Endorsement
Students may begin the cosmetology program in either 9th or 10th grade. The student (not the parent) is required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) to complete and sign a Student Permit Application and submit the required non-refundable $25 online payment (credit or debit card only) for the student permit. Money orders are no longer accepted.
All required documents must be turned in to the cosmetology instructors at R. L. Turner High School by August. Enrollment will be approved once all required documents have been received, the permit application has been completed correctly, and the required online payment has been submitted.
The Cosmetology and Personal Care Services program of study introduces CTE learners to knowledge and skills related to providing beauty and personal care services. CTE concentrators may learn about or practice managing personal care facilities and coordinating or supervising personal service workers.
| Cosmetology Program of Study |
|
|---|---|
| Grade | Below is the recommended sequence of courses* |
| 9th | Introduction to Cosmetology (1 credit) |
| 10th | Cosmetology I (3 credit) |
| 11th | Cosmetology II (3 credits) |
| 12th | Practicum in Human Services (2 credits) |
Industry Based Certifications Offered:
- Cosmetology Operator License
| occupations | median wage | annual openings | % growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers | $36,941 | 1634 | 24% |
| Barbers | $28,267 | 348 | 14% |
| Hairdressers, Hair Stylists, and Cosmetologists | $21,507 | 3,489 | 22% |
| Manicurists and Pedicurists | $21,715 | 418 | 45% |
| Shampooers | $18,720 | 139 | 24% |
| Skincare Specialists | $26,437 | 637 | 22% |
*Students may begin the cosmetology program in either 9th or 10th grade. The student (not the parent) is required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) to complete and sign a Student Permit Application and submit the required non-refundable $25 online payment (credit or debit card only) for the student permit. Money orders are no longer accepted.
All required documents must be turned in to the cosmetology instructors at R. L. Turner High School by August. Enrollment will be approved once all required documents have been received, the permit application has been completed correctly, and the required online payment has been submitted.
If the course is a 1 credit course it will take one class period.
If it is a 2 credit course it will take up 2 class periods.
If it is a 3 credit course it will take up 3 class periods.