Cosmetology

The Cosmetology program at Century College in White Bear Lake, Minnesota provides you with an affordable education to prepare you for an exciting career in the Cosmetology industry. A leader in Cosmetology education in the Twin Cities (Minneapolis and St. Paul area), the Century College Cosmetology degree and/or diploma will prepare you for your license in Cosmetology and put you on a path to earning a good wage in a career that you’ll love. Students will:

• Express individual creativity by providing a wide range of artistic hair, nail, and skin care services using the latest technology, trends, and name-brand products
• Operate and manage a full-service interactive salon and spa
• Work in the theater, film, and advertising fields as make-up, hair, or nail artist

Interested in a career in Cosmetology? Schedule a program tour!

The Century College Cosmetology program offers you incredible value. You will save thousands of dollars by earning your Cosmetology degree and/or diploma at Century College compared to private, for-profit colleges or beauty schools.

While attending the Cosmetology program you will have unique opportunities to gain “real-world” experience while earning your education. Our on-site Cosmetology Salon 120 is open to the public, giving you the opportunity to work with a variety of clients. The Cosmetology program also provides you the chance to take part in industry competitions and gain leadership training via the SkillsUSA program.

Cosmetology areas of instruction include:

• Hair styling and cutting
• Hair coloring
• Permanent waving
• Chemical hair relaxing
• Nail care
• Skincare, makeup, and waxing

Nail Care Technician

The Nail Care Technician certificate at Century College is a short-term program that will prepare you for licensure as a Nail Care Technician. In the program, you will be instructed in nail care theory and practical application techniques including:

• Shaping
• Polishing
• Massage of hands and feet
• Application of gel polish artificial nails

The completion of the Cosmetology degree, diploma, or Nail Care Technician certificate will prepare you for the State of Minnesota written exam and certification of skills as required by Minnesota cosmetology laws and rules for licensure.

Esthetics Services Certificate

Currently, this program is intended ONLY for students who have previous coursework in Cosmetology or Esthetics from a high school program or transfer educational program. This program is NOT intended for new Cosmetology or Esthetic Services students who have no previous COS coursework/credits. Completion of the program enrollment checklist is required prior to course registration. Students are required to have previously completed at least two of the courses listed in the certificate in a licensed Cosmetology or Esthetics high school program, or gain permission from an instructor. Please contact Dawn Goebel with any questions by email Dawn Goebel, or by phone at 651-747-4069.