Cosmetology Continuing Education Schools in Oklahoma

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Elite Academy of Cosmetology – Accredited

912 Southwest C Avenue
Lawton, OK 73501

River Valley Cosmetology Institute – Accredited

1309 South Broadway
Poteau, OK 74953

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Cosmetologist Continuing Education in Oklahoma

Oklahoma Cosmetology Careers At A Glance
  • 1,500 education hours or 3,000 apprentice hours are required to become licensed.
  • You must renew your license every year.
  • 0 continuing education hours are required to renew your license.
  • The average salary for cosmetologists in Oklahoma is $23,430 ($11.26/hour). This is lower than the national average of $26,090 ($12.54/hour).
  • There is a predicted 13% job increase between 2016-2026 for cosmetologists. This is higher than the expected national growth of 9%.

How can you keep up with the changes that drive the beauty industry, both on a national level and in the state of Oklahoma? As a skilled beauty professional, you may be interested by the opportunities that come with continuing education.

Whether you attend a one-day seminar or a full semester-long class, continuing education in Oklahoma can take your career to the next level.

Education Details

What you gain from continuing education courses really depends on what you want to get from them. If you're a new cosmetologist, perhaps you want to build your skills beyond what you learned in cosmetology school. If you've been in this industry for a while, you may wish to take courses that educate you on the new techniques being taught in beauty school. You may be able to move up to a leadership or training position with the right continuing education.

License Renewal

1 Year

License renewal period

0 Hours

Continuing education required

Cosmetology continuing education hours are not currently required to renew your license, but cosmetology CEUs are always recommended to stay current in the industry.

Oklahoma Cosmetology Careers

$23,430

Average yearly salary for cosmetology in Oklahoma

Continuing education can have a positive impact on your personal job outlook and your earning potential if you choose courses that suit your customers, your salon's needs, and how the industry is changing. Job openings for Oklahoma cosmetologists are expected to swell by 13% through 2026. Overall, the average salary for an Oklahoma cosmetologist is $23,430 per year.

Due to the changing nature of the beauty industry, continuing education shouldn't be considered optional. Rather, the time that you spend in continuing education and training should simply be thought of as part of your career. Not only can your customers benefit from your increased knowledge and enhanced skills, you can develop confidence and fulfillment as the result of your education. In addition, by meeting the changing needs of your salon, you may solidify your job security and your future at your place of employment. Continuing education may give you a boost if you want to change the course of your career altogether. Let's say you want to focus on training new staff, hair coloring, or nail technology. Continuing education can help you get there.

Contact the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology

Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering
Continuing Education
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