Cosmetology

You will receive outstanding training in the Cosmetology program at Minnesota State College - Southeast Technical. We combine course study with hands-on experience in our clinic. This unique combination of learning has proven effective in preparing students for the workplace. There are several career opportunities for the cosmetology graduate and we have graduates successfully working in different areas. Specific certificate programs are also available in nail care and estheology (skin care) Advanced training in these areas may broaden your employment opportunities. Cosmetology Alumni Stories: Kathryn Hamernick (Cosmetology Graduate)

Major Offerings

Career Opportunities

• Practitioner
• Salon Manager
• Salon Educator
• Corporate Educator
• Platform Artist
• Sales Associate
• Salon Consultant
• Cosmetology School Instructor
• Medical Esthetician
• Make Up Artist
• Author
• Product/Equipment Inventor

Job Placement

86% - view our tracking summary on Southeast Tech's Class of 2007

Program Highlights

• You receive practical experience in our salon setting
• Training combines classroom, lab and clinical experience
• Specialized programs in nail care and estheology
• Additional courses offered to meet Wisconsin-licensing requirements

Instructors

• Terri Fritz is a registered cosmetology salon & school manager and instructor with 28 years of experience in the cosmetology field. She has a Bachelor of Science Degree from Winona State University and has taught at Southeast Technical College for 21 years.
• Jodi Heim is a cosmetology salon manager and licensed instructor in the State of Minnesota. She is the 12 year owner and founder of Aspasia Salon and Day Spa in St. Charles, MN. Her experience in the industry also includes working as an educator for Schwarzkopf Hair Color for the previous 13 years until she accepted the position here at Southeast Technical College in May 2008.