This program is a combination of theory and clinical experience that provides students with the knowledge needed to pass the licensure exam and with the skills needed to achieve gainful employment in the Florida State Board Cosmetology industry. Students acquire hands-on skills training through MTC’s on-campus learning lab/salon, which is open to the general public for services.
- General Admissions Procedures Apply
- 16 years & older may apply
- Participation in an Information Session
- High School Diploma – Standard or GED recommended
- High School Transcript
1,200, approximately one year (40 weeks-AM, 60 weeks-PM)
Day: Monday – Thursday
8:00am-4:00pm
Evening: Monday – Thursday
5:00pm – 10:00pm
Upcoming Classes Start:
Day: 7/15/24 – 5/27/25,
1/7/25 – Est. 12/2025
Evening: 7/15/24 – Est. 12/2025
Estimated total cost may vary based on program start date and program class schedule.
$6,137.90
(**All fees subject to change)
2024-2025 Cosmetology Cost Sheet
Students may need to take a Basic Skill test no later than the sixth week of class. Please submit all official degree transcripts (High School, GED, Associates degree or higher) for possible exemption. Your program clerk will notify any student needing to take this exam and it will not affect your acceptance into the program.
You will receive additional paperwork by email after applying online. Please allow up to two business days for the email to come through. Students may also visit the campus located at 1014 SW 7th Road, Ocala, FL, 34471 to pick up the paperwork in person. For further questions, please contact the school.
MTC Main Line | 352-671-7200
CTE Admissions Office | 352-671-4134
Marion Technical College
1014 SW 7th Rd
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 671-7200
- Haircutting and styling
- Chemical Texture and color services
- The science of hair, skin, and nails
- Cosmetology rules, laws and ethics
- Professional development and entrepreneurship
- Manicure and pedicure services
- Facials, make up and skin care services
Vary, ranging from:
$21,440 to $52,400*
*Based on state of Florida labor market statistics.
State of Florida Cosmetology License
- Salons
- Barbershops
- Spas
- Sales / Product Representative
- Trainers/Instructors
- Traveling Platform Artists
- Cruise Ships
- Resorts
- Spas
- Entrepreneur
Business Advisors
- Amanda Miller | Poise Beauty Bar
- Brian Kuhn | Evolutions Hair Salon
- Deana Nelson & Richard | Shades Of Beauty
Grace Cobb | Ulta Beauty
- Karen Terry | Ulta Beauty
- Melanie Gool | Hair Plus
- Melissa Arvanitis | James Blonde Salon
- Ron Decker | The Proper Tease Salon
- Sherri Kendrick | Mild To Wild Hair Design
- Teresa Hammel | SmartStyles
- Valerie Freeman | Mild To Wild Hair Design
- Yvonne Boyd | Salon Ennovy