In as little as 7 months you will be trained in the basic hands on skills, safety requirements and judgements, professional work habits, business building skills, and professional attitudes necessary to obtain licensure and for competency in job entry-level positions as an Instructor or a related career field.
2025 Course Start Dates
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21 January 28 July
24 February 00 August
00 March 02 September
07 April 06 October
12 May 10 November
16 June 00 December
Cosmetology Instructor (1) Training - 500 hours:
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The State of Illinois requires Cosmetologists, with two years’ experience, wishing to obtain the Instructor license to take 500 hours of training which takes approximately five (5) months to complete on a full-time schedule. The course is designed to teach the methods and principles of teaching. Upon completion students will be prepared to take the State Board Exam to acquire the Instructor license. Instructor program starts are considered case-by-case.
Cosmetology Instructor (2) Training - 1000 Hour:
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The State of Illinois requires Cosmetologists wishing to obtain the Instructor license to take 1000 hours of training, if they do not have a least two years’ experience, which takes approximately nine (9) months to complete on a full-time schedule. The course is designed to teach the methods and principles of teaching. Upon completion students will be prepared to take the State Board Exam to acquire the
Instructor license. Instructor program starts are considered case-by-case
What Does Instructors Do?
The primary purpose of the instructor course is to train the student in the basic teaching skills, educational judgements, proper work habits, and desirable attitudes necessary to pass the applicable licensing examination and for competency in entry-level employment as an instructor or a related position.
Objectives in Esthetician
Training:
Business Technique
Project Professionalism
Communicate Effectively
Project a positive attitude
Sense of personal integrity
and self-confidence
Perform The Analytical Skills
to Advise Clients
Perform the skills in the areas
of hair care services,
skin, makeup, and nail care.
Career Opportunities:
Instructors have the flexibility of choosing where they work, their hours, and more, depending on where their career takes them. Potential careers for Intructors include:
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Open their own school
Become a spa or salon manager or owner
Become a private cosmetology instructor
A guest speaker
Work for the state board
Unleash Your Best
Must Have For Enrollment
18 years of age
Copy:
High School Diploma
GED Certificate
Home School Certificate
Driver’s License
State ID
Social Security Card
Two Letters of Recommendation
Essay:
“Why would like to join the program and pursue a career in this industry and I see myself in five years…”
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$100 Registration Fee
Tution Cost
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Tuition – Instructor
[Full 1500 Hour Course]
$100 Registration Fee
$250 Instructor’s Book
$3,400 Tuition
$3,750 Total
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Tution - Instructor
[Full 1000 Hour Course]
$100 Application &
Registration Fee
$250 Instructor’s Book
$6,400 Tuition
$6,750 Total
CONTACT
Q: How do I schedule a tour of Reflections Academy of Beauty?
A: You can schedule a tour of Reflections Academy of Beauty by calling or emailing. 217-425-9117
Q: What courses are offered at Reflections Academy of Beauty?
A: Reflections Academy of Beauty offers a variety of courses ranging from beginner to advanced, including cosmetology, makeup artistry, hair styling and more. For information on our courses, please visit Student Training in Esthetics, Cosmetology, Barber and an Instructor.
Q: Are there any prerequisites for enrolling at Reflections Academy of Beauty?
A: Yes, all students must have a high school diploma or equivalent in order to enroll at Reflections Academy of Beauty.