Cosmetology at Advance Beauty Techs Academy

San Jacinto, CA · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

a compact campus enrolling 85 students in San Jacinto, CA.

Program Analysis

At $15,654/yr, Cosmetology graduates from Advance Beauty Techs Academy land near the $17,289 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

The 0% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Cosmetology career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

The median debt load of $5,241 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

A #806 ranking among 1,095 Cosmetology programs places Advance Beauty Techs Academy in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The 5 apprenticeship pathways connected to Cosmetology reflect strong industry infrastructure for this trade. Apprenticeships typically lead to journeyman-level wages.

42 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
38
Low End
42
Score
42
High End
Earnings $15,654/yr (-9% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$16K
Reported median after graduation
Viable Career Paths
8 of 8
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Median Debt at Graduation
$5,241
4.0 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$10,004
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

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

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Cosmetology at Advance Beauty Techs Academy?
This program scores 42/100 — on the lower end for Cosmetology. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Can I learn Cosmetology through an apprenticeship instead of Advance Beauty Techs Academy?
If Advance Beauty Techs Academy's tuition gives you pause, consider that 5 DOL-registered apprenticeship pathways exist for Cosmetology. You'd earn while training, avoiding student debt entirely — though completion takes longer than a certificate program.
Will Cosmetology graduates from Advance Beauty Techs Academy find jobs?
Job availability for Cosmetology is strong — 145,700 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Advance Beauty Techs Academy graduates specifically, local market conditions in CA may shift the picture.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →