Cosmetology at Florida Academy of Health & Beauty

Oakland Park, FL · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

with a smaller student body of 67 in Oakland Park, FL.

Program Analysis

Florida Academy of Health & Beauty's Cosmetology program produces graduates earning $15,023/yr — within striking distance of the $17,289 national average for this trade.

AI risk is moderate — 24% task exposure — and the 15% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Cosmetology graduates.

Loan repayment is a non-issue here — $4,903 in median debt clears fast against $15,023 in annual earnings.

At #729 out of 1,095 programs, Florida Academy of Health & Beauty's financial outcomes for Cosmetology trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth is modest: $15,023 to $17,970 over five years (20% gain). This trade may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.

With 5 registered apprenticeships mapped to Cosmetology, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.

42 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
38
Low End
42
Score
42
High End
Earnings $15,023/yr (-13% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$185K
4.6% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
8 of 8
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Median Debt at Graduation
$4,903
3.9 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$17,970
20% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Cosmetology graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Personal service managers, all other $61,340 +6.5% 48%
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance $50,280 +8.1% 66%
First-line supervisors of personal service workers $47,080 +6.7% 59%
Personal service managers, all other
$61,340
+6.5% growth 48% AI-proof
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance
$50,280
+8.1% growth 66% AI-proof
First-line supervisors of personal service workers
$47,080
+6.7% growth 59% AI-proof

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Cosmetology Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Cosmetology careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering personal services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Florida Academy of Health & Beauty's Cosmetology program score?
At 42/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Cosmetology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Are there apprenticeship options for Cosmetology?
Yes — 5 registered apprenticeship programs are mapped to Cosmetology career paths, including Barber. Apprenticeships offer paid on-the-job training as an alternative or complement to a program at Florida Academy of Health & Beauty.
Is there demand for Cosmetology workers?
At 145,700 annual openings, Cosmetology has a very large employment base. Florida Academy of Health & Beauty graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →