Our 18 Year old DD has decided that college is not for her (right now, anyway) and would like to pursue a certificate in cosmetology (which is not, apparently, the study of cosmets and meteors, but has something to do with hairdressing and fingernails).
My (admittedly uninformed) impression of these and some other trade/technical schools is that many build up unrealistic expectations in the minds of prospective students concerning the earning potential in a particular occupation, then devote themselves to separating students from their money. Still, there is a state licensing process for these skills, so I assume the schools do teach the skills needed to pass that test.
Any experience here on how to find a good course of training, and on the "biz" in general?
Our hope is that she'll be happy and get motivated in a positive way. She may find that she enjoys it, she may find that she wants to eventually start her own business, or she may decide that college is the better way ahead after doing this for awhile. Regardless, she's made this decision and we're trying to figure out how best to help her.
My (admittedly uninformed) impression of these and some other trade/technical schools is that many build up unrealistic expectations in the minds of prospective students concerning the earning potential in a particular occupation, then devote themselves to separating students from their money. Still, there is a state licensing process for these skills, so I assume the schools do teach the skills needed to pass that test.
Any experience here on how to find a good course of training, and on the "biz" in general?
Our hope is that she'll be happy and get motivated in a positive way. She may find that she enjoys it, she may find that she wants to eventually start her own business, or she may decide that college is the better way ahead after doing this for awhile. Regardless, she's made this decision and we're trying to figure out how best to help her.