Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services at Paul Mitchell the School-Toledo

Sylvania, OH · Private for-profit · Certificate

with a smaller student body of 169 in Sylvania, OH.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $20,058 at Paul Mitchell the School-Toledo come in 16% above the national median of $17,289 for Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services programs.

Some AI exposure exists in Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services's career paths, with 24% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 16% gap from the optimistic case.

Median debt of $13,833 represents roughly 8 months of the $20,058 starting salary — a manageable burden by trade school standards.

At #313 of 1,095 Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services programs, Paul Mitchell the School-Toledo scores above the median — competitive but not a standout.

Earnings grow from $20,058 to $24,109 over five years — a 20% increase that's moderate and in line with typical trade career progression.

Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services offers 5 registered apprenticeship pathways — an unusually broad set of earn-while-you-learn alternatives to the classroom track.

44 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
40
Low End
44
Score
44
High End
Earnings $20,058/yr (16% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$249K
4.7% 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
$13,833
8.3 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$24,109
20% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services 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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About Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Careers

Your day will be hands-on, creative, and social. You might spend it behind the chair with scissors and foils, transforming a client’s style, or at a dedicated station, meticulously performing manicures. Others find their niche in quiet spa rooms, providing facials and expert skincare advice. The work is built on direct interaction and trust, turning first-time customers into loyal regulars.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Paul Mitchell the School-Toledo's Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services program score?
This program scores 44/100 — on the lower end for Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Are there apprenticeship options for Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services?
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services connects to 5 apprenticeship pathways. These DOL-registered programs combine structured training with paid employment — a strong alternative for students who prefer hands-on learning over classroom instruction.
How many job openings are there for Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services graduates?
With approximately 145,700 annual openings across mapped careers, Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services offers a very large employment pool. Physical trades tend to have steady demand driven by infrastructure and construction cycles.
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