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Adult Education

Cosmetology

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Students practice hairstyling techniques on mannequins in a bright salon.
First ever Cosmo cohort
Students practice hairstyling techniques on mannequin heads in a bright salon.
Second Cosmo cohort

Cosmetology Course Information

Are you interested in becoming a Cosmetologist? Lucia Mar has the perfect program for you!

We are a full-service Cosmetology School offering classes through Adult Education. Adults can sign up to start classes covering everything needed to prepare for the licensing examination. Our students will receive hands-on instruction and practical experience too! 

Demand is high for this opportunity, so apply now!

    • Students must be at least 18 years of age before entry into the program.
    • Students must possess a high school diploma or equivalent; or be concurrently enrolled in Lucia Mar Adult Education’s high school diploma program and remain in good standing.
    • Students must have a valid form of identification AND a social security card.
    • Students must be able to speak, read, and write in English. A 10th-grade reading level is recommended by the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. If a student tests below a 10th-grade reading level, Adult Education will require dual enrollment in our reading support class. 
    • A required reading assessment will be administered during orientation in order to gauge preparedness for the licensing exam.
    • Students will have up to 18 months to complete 1,000 hours of instruction.
    • If you have to leave the program for any reason, you will be required to pay a processing fee to rejoin the program. Please note that we cannot hold your spot once you leave the program, as space is limited.
  • 2025/2026 School Year


    Group A:
    Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 4:00PM - 8:00PM

    Group B:
    Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 4:00PM - 8:00PM
     

    Salon Location:

    The Salon at Lucia Mar

    602 Orchard St, Building G

    Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

      Classroom Location:

      Arroyo Grande High School

     Room 912

     Orchard Street Entrance

    • $3,900.00

    The registration fee includes: access to the Pivot Point curriculum, a complete cosmetology kit, plus all consumables and supplies that students should need during the program. 

  • PSI Test Prep $59.99

    State Board Application Fee

    State Board of Cosmetology Examination $125

  • Adult Education/The Salon at Lucia Mar does not accept FAFSA, other financial aid, or payment plans at this time. 

    We also cannot accept transfer students from other beauty schools. Hours from other cosmetology programs are not accepted. 

  • Students wishing to enroll in the Adult Ed Cosmetology Career Technical Education program may apply online. All Career Technical Education program students must show proof of a high school diploma or equivalent to enroll.

    Email kaitlyn.fitzgerald@lmusd.org with questions about the program and curriculum.

    Email brienne.phillips@lmusd.org for information about enrollment or our wait-list.

Apply Online - click the link below