{"id":233106,"date":"2025-10-06T18:13:06","date_gmt":"2025-10-06T18:13:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/collegeofhairdesign.com\/?page_id=233106"},"modified":"2025-10-09T13:30:51","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T13:30:51","slug":"job-readiness","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/collegeofhairdesign.com\/job-readiness\/","title":{"rendered":"Job Readiness"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;1200px&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p> <h1><b>Why Cosmetology is a Good Career<\/b><\/h1> <p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p> <p>If you\u2019re looking for a career that combines creativity, flexibility, and financial potential, cosmetology may be the perfect path. At College of Hair Design (CHD), you can complete your program in as little as <b>12 months<\/b>\u2014a much shorter timeframe than traditional degrees\u2014while preparing for a career that\u2019s always in demand.<\/p> <p>Our graduates go on to <b>build successful careers as stylists, estheticians, barbers, and even salon owners<\/b>. Many are employed shortly after graduation, earning competitive wages and building careers they love.<\/p> <p><strong>Hear from Our Graduates: <a href=\"\/testimonials\/\">Success Stories from College of Hair Design<\/a><\/strong><\/p> <p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;25px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p> <h2 data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"273\"><strong>Student Success You Can Count On<\/strong><\/h2> <p data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"571\">Our commitment to excellence shows in our results. According to our 2024 Annual Report to the <strong data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"464\">Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)<\/strong>, our students consistently achieve high graduation, licensing, and employment rates across all programs.<\/p> <p data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"615\"><strong data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"613\">2024 ACCSC Annual Report Highlights:<\/strong><\/p> <ul data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"930\"> <li data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"701\"> <p data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"701\"><strong data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"644\">Cosmetology (2021\u201322):<\/strong> 68% Graduation \u2022 97% State Board Pass \u2022 95% Employment<\/p> <\/li> <li data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"786\"> <p data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"786\"><strong data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"728\">Esthetics (2022\u201323):<\/strong> 70% Graduation \u2022 100% State Board Pass \u2022 97% Employment<\/p> <\/li> <li data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"856\"> <p data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"856\"><strong data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"815\">Barber Arts (2021\u201322):<\/strong> 78% Graduation \u2022 100% State Board Pass<\/p> <\/li> <li data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"930\"> <p data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"930\"><strong data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"889\">Barber Arts DLP (2022\u201323):<\/strong> 75% Graduation \u2022 100% State Board Pass<\/p> <\/li> <\/ul> <p data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1033\">Our graduates leave prepared, confident, and ready to succeed in their professional beauty careers.<\/p> <p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;\/cosmetology\/&#8221; 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That\u2019s why every CHD student graduates with <b>both the technical and business skills<\/b> needed to thrive in today\u2019s industry.<\/p> <h3><b>Hands-On Training<\/b><\/h3> <ul> <li aria-level=\"1\">Work with real clients in our student salon and spa<\/li> <li aria-level=\"1\">Build confidence in a professional setting<\/li> <li aria-level=\"1\">Learn client care, scheduling, and time management<\/li> <\/ul> <h3><b>Pivot Point LAB<\/b><\/h3> <p>CHD uses <b>Pivot Point LAB<\/b>, an award-winning digital learning platform trusted worldwide. LAB gives you:<\/p> <ul> <li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Interactive online curriculum<\/b> with videos, quizzes, and step-by-step tutorials<\/li> <li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Visual learning tools<\/b> that make complex techniques easier to master<\/li> <li aria-level=\"1\"><b>On-the-go access<\/b> so you can learn anywhere, anytime<\/li> <li aria-level=\"1\">A <b>global community<\/b> of students and pros to stay connected and inspired<\/li> <\/ul> <p>Pivot Point LAB ensures that you\u2019re not just learning in the classroom\u2014you\u2019re gaining the skills and confidence you\u2019ll use every day in your career.<\/p> <h3><b>Prosper U \u2013 Drivers of Success\u00ae<\/b><\/h3> <p>Technical skills open the door, but business skills build a career. That\u2019s why CHD incorporates <b>Prosper U\u2019s Drivers of Success\u00ae program<\/b>, created by salon owner and industry leader Eric Fisher. You\u2019ll learn how to:<\/p> <ul> <li aria-level=\"1\">Build and retain a loyal client base<\/li> <li aria-level=\"1\">Rebook clients and maximize your schedule<\/li> <li aria-level=\"1\">Sell retail products with confidence<\/li> <li aria-level=\"1\">Manage money and set income goals<\/li> <li aria-level=\"1\">Brand yourself and market your services<\/li> <\/ul> <p>These skills give CHD graduates a <b>competitive edge in the job market<\/b>, helping them hit the ground running after licensure.<\/p> <p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; header_2_font=&#8221;Poppins|700||on|||||&#8221; header_2_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; header_2_font_size=&#8221;34px&#8221; header_2_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; max_width=&#8221;468px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||&#8221; header_2_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_2_font_size_phone=&#8221;25px&#8221; header_2_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p> <h2>What are you <br \/> waiting for?<\/h2> <p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; text_font=&#8221;Poppins|300|||||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#888888&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;15px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.9em&#8221; max_width_tablet=&#8221;60%&#8221; max_width_phone=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-9px||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p> <p>You\u2019ve got dreams and we\u2019ve got the resources to make them happen! 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