Tampa Cosmetology Schools & Programs Tampa features a rich array of schools and programs for aspiring cosmetology students. For example, the Artistic Nails & Beauty Academy offers programs in cosmetology, nails, skin care, and barbering. The Salon Professional Academy offers similar programs to train full-service spa professionals, and the Manhattan Hairstyling Academy's programs concentrate on client services skills, chemical services, manicuring, pedicures, nail art, sculpting, waxing, aromatherapy, facial massage, mask therapy, and skin nutrition.

The cosmetic services industry has a positive outlook in Tampa for the near future. The city's personal services industry is projected to increase by 1.75% each year between 2004 and 2012, with nearly 100 new jobs each year. By the end of that period, the overall sector should employ 6,424 workers. Cosmetology graduates in Tampa can expect their services to be in demand steadily, through good economic times and bad.

Cosmetology Schools, Programs & Courses in Tampa
Subjects listed are highlights of programs and/or courses offered.  
Harrington College of Design Brown College Argosy University University of Phoenix American Intercontinental University Kaplan University Le Cordon Bleu Schools International Academy of Design & Technology Argosy University Audubon Expedition Institute Brooks Institute of Photography Brooks Institute of Photography The Art Institutes The Art Institutes Sanford Brown Institute Harrington College of Design University of Phoenix Brooks Institute of Photography Brooks Institute of Photography Argosy University DeVry University Vet Tech Institute The Art Institutes The Art Institute Online

Why Tampa is a Great Place to Study Cosmetology
Tampa's climate and atmosphere promote an outgoing social atmosphere which, in turn, promotes the cosmetology industry in the city, making it a desirable destination for beauty students and professionals. Tampa is the third-largest city in FL, but its metropolitan area is composed of 2.6 million residents, making for plenty of possible salon/spa clients. Also, the warm climate the city enjoys means that hair, nails, and skin are often showing, and needing more care, more often. The nice climate also helps encourage the city's night life, which gives cosmetology clients reason to seek care and refining more often.

Other Resources for Cosmetology Education and Careers in Tampa
  • Tampa Bay Beauty
  • Tampa Chamber of Commerce
  • American Association of Cosmetology Schools
  • Tampa Classifieds
  • Cosmetology - Employers in Tampa
  • Body & Spirit Day Spa
  • Tierra Verde Hair
  • Starla Style
  • Technique Laboratories

  • Cosmetology - Internship Opportunities in Tampa
  • Harbour Island Athletic Club
  • Great Clips Salon
  • Fantastic Sams
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