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2023 Best Cosmetology Basic Certificate Trade Schools in Arizona
Finding the Best Cosmetology Basic Certificate School for You
Out of the majors we analyze each year, cosmetology was ranked 2nd in Arizona. In fact, 2,673 were awarded in the state in 2021-2022.
There are lots of options to pick from today when trying to decide which trade school program is right for you. Along with traditional schools that require in-person attendence, you can attend one of many reputable online schools. Some programs even offer a hybrid experience. Alternatively, you may choose a trade school that prepares you to enter the workforce with knowledge in a specific field.
To assist you in seeing some of the education options that are available to you, Trade College Search has created its Best Cosmetology Basic Certificate Trade Schools in Arizona ranking. This report analyzed 19 schools in Arizona to see which ones offered the best basic certificate programs for trade school students.
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2023 Best Cosmetology Basic Certificate Schools in Arizona
Check out the cosmetology basic certificate programs at these schools if you want to get the best education that money can buy.
Top 10 Best Cosmetology Basic Certificate Schools
Our analysis found Studio Academy of Beauty to be the best school for cosmetology students who want to pursue a basic certificate in Arizona. Located in the large city of Chandler, Studio Academy of Beauty is a private for-profit school with a small student population.
You’ll join some of the best and brightest minds around you if you attend Penrose Academy. The school came in at #2 on this year’s Best Cosmetology Basic Certificate Trade Schools in Arizona list. Located in the large city of Scottsdale, Penrose Academy is a private for-profit school with a fairly small student population.
You’ll join some of the best and brightest minds around you if you attend Aveda Institute - Tucson. The school came in at #3 on this year’s Best Cosmetology Basic Certificate Trade Schools in Arizona list. Located in the large city of Tucson, Aveda Institute - Tucson is a private for-profit school with a fairly small student population.
You’ll join some of the best and brightest minds around you if you attend Aveda Institute - Phoenix. The school came in at #4 on this year’s Best Cosmetology Basic Certificate Trade Schools in Arizona list. Located in the medium-sized city of Tempe, Aveda Institute - Phoenix is a private for-profit college with a small student population.
You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend Pure Aesthetics. It ranked #5 on our 2023 Best Cosmetology Basic Certificate Trade Schools in Arizona list. Pure Aesthetics is a fairly small private for-profit school located in the city of Tucson.
Southwest Institute of Healing Arts came in at #6 in this year’s edition of the Best Cosmetology Basic Certificate Trade Schools in Arizona ranking. SWIHA is a small private for-profit school located in the medium-sized city of Tempe.
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Tucson College of Beauty landed the #7 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best basic certificate cosmetology programs. Tucson College of Beauty is a fairly small private for-profit school located in the large city of Tucson.
Avalon School of Cosmetology - Mesa came in at #8 in this year’s edition of the Best Cosmetology Basic Certificate Trade Schools in Arizona ranking. Avalon School of Cosmetology - Mesa is a fairly small private for-profit school located in the large city of Mesa.
Turning Point Beauty College landed the #9 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best basic certificate cosmetology programs. Located in the rural area of Casa Grande, Turning Point Beauty College is a private for-profit college with a fairly small student population.
Avalon School of Cosmetology - Phoenix came in at #10 in this year’s edition of the Best Cosmetology Basic Certificate Trade Schools in Arizona ranking. Located in the large city of Phoenix, Avalon School of Cosmetology - Phoenix is a private for-profit college with a small student population.
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Best Cosmetology Colleges in the Southwest Region
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| State | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Texas | 10,777 |
| Oklahoma | 1,553 |
| New Mexico | 956 |
Cosmetology Related Rankings by Major
Cosmetology is one of 4 different types of trade school programs to choose from.
Cosmetology Concentrations
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | 50,210 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician & Skin Care Specialist | 40,040 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist & Manicurist | 13,960 |
| Barbering/Barber | 9,893 |
| Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist | 2,907 |
| Other Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts | 2,184 |
| Master Aesthetician/Esthetician | 1,729 |
| Hair Styling/Stylist & Hair Design | 1,238 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, & Nail Instructor | 1,230 |
| Make-Up Artist/Specialist | 440 |
| Electrolysis/Electrology & Electrolysis Technician | 354 |
| Salon/Beauty Salon Management/Manager | 336 |
| Permanent Cosmetics/Makeup & Tattooing | 90 |
Most Popular Majors Related to Cosmetology
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Culinary Arts | 22,075 |
| Funeral & Mortuary Science | 2,186 |
| Casino Operations and Services | 385 |
| Other Personal & Culinary Services | 95 |
Notes and References
*These averages are for the top 19 schools only.
- Read more about our ranking methodology.
- The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of the rest of our data about colleges.
- Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
- Credit for the banner image above goes to Tiffany Bumgardner.
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