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The following information is based on the outcomes submitted to NACCAS via the Annual Report. The required reporting period is 1/1/2022-12/31/2022.

Graduation Rate: 89.81%
Licensure Rate: 96.84%
Placement Rate: 86.96%

Not only will the Cosmetology Program from The Salon Professional Academy of St. Louis help you pass the state board exam and launch your career in the beauty industry, it will also give you the experience and skills you need to become a top professional. You’ll learn everything from perfecting the latest trends, to tips on how to make it through the day standing on your feet for hours on end. If you are considering enrolling in our program, here are facts you may find interesting. You can also browse our student catalog by clicking here. Our student catalog offers more information on what our programs offer. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly.

Graduation, Licensure, and Placement Rates:

Here are the statistics about the students who released information from their cosmetology state board exam to The Salon Professional Academy. By law, the students have a choice about releasing this information to their school. Therefore, the information provided does not reflect the total picture of this program. The following information is based on the outcomes submitted to NACCAS via the Annual Report. The required reporting period is 1/1/2022 – 12/31/2022.

Graduation Rate: 81.36% or 48 of the 59 students in the cosmetology program scheduled to graduate between 1/1/2022 to 12/31/2022 graduated.
Licensure Rate: Of the 48 graduates, 42 reported back with exam results. 95.24% or 40 of the 42 reporting graduates passed the exam.
Placement Rate: 87.5% or 35 of the 40 graduates reported finding jobs in the cosmetology industry.

Compensation Expected: *Starting at $21,900 to $23,300

Cosmetology graduates earn from $21,900 to $23,300 in salary and gratuities in an entry-level position depending on the work schedule and the area population. A commission scale is commonly used to pay cosmetologists resulting in much higher pay after an introductory period of several months. Retail commission is also common. Many salons now offer benefits, resulting in higher earnings.

Physical Demands of Cosmetology:

There are physical demands placed on the body in any career. In cosmetology, care must be taken to protect your back, legs, and feet. One way to do this is strength training to enhance your back, abdomen, and leg muscles. Regular exercise will help to promote all over body conditioning, and will improve circulation in your legs and feet. We recommend consulting your doctor before beginning any exercise program.

Because this job requires that you stand for long periods of time, it is suggested that you wear proper fitting, supportive shoes, and support hose. These are not a requirement but will help to increase your chances of longevity in the profession.

Safety Requirements of Cosmetology:

Safety suggestions with this profession would include wearing shoes that would not be slippery when walking on a damp floor. Because you will always be working with water, there is a risk of water spills. Damp hair lying on the floor can also pose a chance of slipping. All hair needs to be swept up following each haircut to minimize accidents. All water spilled should also be wiped up as quickly as possible. It is the responsibility of each stylist to promote a safe work environment.

Gloves should be worn during chemical services to reduce any allergic reaction that an individual may have to certain chemicals.

Any product that would accidentally get in the eyes should be flushed thoroughly with water. Seek medical attention if irritation continues.

Licensing Requirements for Cosmetology in Missouri:

Cosmetology graduates completing 1500 hours and all coursework may be eligible to take the Missouri state board exam. Upon passing the Missouri state board exam, graduates will receive a cosmetology license in Missouri. The Missouri State board is a two-part exam. One part is a written exam covering the theory of practices and procedures related to cosmetology. The other part is a practical exam, this part is a demonstration of the graduates skill set on services, sanitation, and disinfection practices. Graduates must receive a 75% or higher to pass each part of the exam.

The Esthetics Program at The Salon Professional Academy of St. Louis can not only give you the knowledge you need to pass the state board exam and begin your career in today’s flourishing skin care industry, it will also help train to become a top professional. It will take a lot of hard work and dedication to succeed in the field, and we’re here to make sure it happens. If you are interested in enrolling in our Esthetics Program, here are some interesting facts you should know. If you'd like to learn more about what our programs have to offer, visit our student catalog by clicking here or feel free to contact us directly with any questions or concerns. Once you’re ready to get started, let us know and we’ll give you more information to get your beauty career started right away!

Graduation, Licensure, and Placement Rates:

Here are the statistics about the students who released information from their cosmetology state board exam to The Salon Professional Academy. By law, the students have a choice about releasing this information to their school. Therefore, the information provided does not reflect the total picture of this program. The following information is based on the outcomes submitted to NACCAS via the Annual Report. The required reporting period is 1/1/2022 – 12/31/2022.

Graduation Rate: 94.90% or 93 out of 98 students in the esthetics program scheduled to graduate between 1/1/22 to 12/31/22 graduated.
Licensure Rate: Of the 93 graduates, 53 reported back with exam results. 98.11% or 52 of the 53 reported graduates passed the exam.
Placement Rate: 86.54% or 45 of the 52 graduates reported finding jobs in the cosmetology industry.

Compensation Expected: *Starting at $20,000 to $30,000

Esthetics graduates earn from $20,000 to $30,000 in salary and gratuities in an entry level position depending on the work schedule and the area population. A commission scale is commonly used to pay estheticians resulting in much higher pay after an introductory period of several months. Retail commissions are also common. Many salons now offer benefits resulting in higher earnings.

Physical Demands of Esthetics:

There are few physical demands in the area of Esthetics. Because this job requires that you stand, it is suggested that you wear proper fitting, supportive shoes.

Safety Requirements of Esthetics:

Safety suggestions for this profession include wearing shoes that would not be slippery when walking on a damp floor. Because you will always be working with water, there is a risk of water spills. All water spilled should also be wiped up as quickly as possible. It is the responsibility of each esthetician to promote a safe working environment.

Gloves should be worn during chemical services to reduce any allergic reaction that an individual may have to certain chemicals.

Any product that would accidentally get into the eyes should be flushed thoroughly with water. Seek medical attention if irritation continues.

Licensing Requirements for Esthetics in Missouri:

Esthetic graduates completing 900 hours and all coursework may be eligible to take the Missouri state board exam. Upon passing the Missouri state board exam, graduates will receive an esthetics license in Missouri. The Missouri State board is a two-part exam. One part is a written exam covering the theory of practices and procedures related to esthetics. The other part is a practical exam, this part is a demonstration of the graduates skill set on services, sanitation, and disinfection practices. Graduates must receive a 75% or higher to pass each part of the exam.

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