Cosmetology Program

Overview

The Cosmetology Program teaches students how to care for hair, skin, and nails. Students learn to wash, cut, color, and style hair. They also practice facials, manicures, and other beauty services.

To do well in this career, students need to be creative, professional, and good with people. Cosmetologists work in salons, spas, hotels, nursing homes, and even on cruise ships.

All three schools—Delcastle, Hodgson, and Howard—have working salons where students get real experience. Students must complete 1,500 hours of training to take the Delaware State Cosmetology License Exam.

What You’ll Learn

How to cut, color, and style hair
How to give manicures, facials, and other beauty treatments
How to talk to clients and give great service
How to follow safety and health rules
The science behind how products work

Hands-On Experience

Students work in on-site salons open to the public. They get real experience helping clients with hair, nails, and skin. This prepares them for jobs or co-op work during their senior year.

Certification

Students can earn:

Delaware State Cosmetology License

This license allows students to work in salons right after high school.

Employment Opportunities

Jobs you can get in senior year or after graduation:

Cosmetologist
Manicurist or nail technician
Hair stylist or barber
Makeup artist or colorist
Wig or extension specialist
Salon owner or beauty consultant
Cruise ship or nursing home stylist

Jobs that need 2+ years of extra training:

Cosmetology instructor

Earning Potential Range

Students in this field can earn between $21,800 and $60,000 a year, depending on the role and experience.

Locations

School Name	Title	Instructor(s)
Delcastle Technical High School	Instructors	Ms. Lauren Moore Ms. Lissette Rodriguez
Hodgson Vo-Tech High School	Instructors	Ms. Russann Haws Ms. Melissa Horne
Howard High School of Technology	Instructor	Ms. Felicia Wise