Northern California cosmetology schools have all kinds of programs that provide quality training and education that can lead to infinite career possibilities. Even though every school differs from another in curriculum and programs, they all include certified, approved in depth coursework in hair care and dozens of other cosmetic techniques. Some of the hair care techniques they teach include perms, highlighting, straightening, coloring, styling, shampooing, and vitamin treatments. Some of the skills that they offer instruction in that are not hair related include massage, manicures and pedicures, makeup analysis and application, body wraps, aromatherapy and more.

Usually the number of hours that are included in Northern California cosmetology programs range from 1,000 to 1,500, and this is what is required by state law, regulations and requirements. In addition to the core requirements there are also many courses in first aid, chemistry, nutrition, product education, anatomy and physiology that are offered or required for students. Also, supplementary training in legal and ethical issues of cosmetology, business, communication and training in salon software might also be included in that line up of courses.

Those students who are interested in becoming professional estheticians, hair dressers, beauticians or cosmetologists must successfully study and train to fulfill state requirements, then they must pass exams to become licensed to practice in the state. There are literally dozens of different career avenues that students can take, and a huge perk to the field is that it is so diverse that many people change specialties within it after a few years. If someone who has been a hair stylist for several years would instead like to specialize in manicures and pedicures, it is very easy to do so because it all falls under the same heading and shares special requirements. Likewise, someone who has done aromatherapy in a day spa for years might decide to try their hand at massage for a while.

Some of the popular places that graduates elect to work at include day spas, beauty salons, beauty shops, barber shops, retail stores, resorts, wellness clinics or they may elect to go into business on their own and open their own salon, spa or similar business. It is a dream for many people not only to go to a Northern California cosmetology school but also to graduate and become an integral part of a business that provides quality services to clients and customers to make them happy about their appearance and the way they look.