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Cosmetology Instructor Trainee

Applications for Fall 2025 Open October 18th!

The Cosmetology Instructor Trainee Option prepares individuals who hold a current Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology license to teach Cosmetology.  

  • Instructor Trainee Option offered at the Senatobia campus only. 

  • Program requires 1000 clock hours for completion.

  • Non-Degree seeking

  • Program is not eligible for financial aid.

 

How do I get into the Cosmetology Instructor Trainee Option program?

  • Complete an Application for Admissions to the college.

  • Complete an Application to the Instructor Trainee Option program.

  • Hold a current Mississippi license to practice in the field of cosmetology. 

  • Be at least 20 years of age. 

  • Have a high school diploma or HSE/GED on file with the admissions office

  • Be a graduate of a licensed cosmetology school in Mississippi or any other state. 

  • Submit a resume. 

  • Must have completed one Mississippi Cosmetology Board “methods of teaching” seminar and have completed 6 semester hours in college courses approved by the Mississippi Cosmetology Board.

  • Cosmetology Program Admissions Scoring Rubric

Program Information