Cosmetology at Warrensburg Area Career Center

Warrensburg, MO · Public · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

Warrensburg Area Career Center accepts 91% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, a compact campus enrolling 23 students in Warrensburg, MO.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $23,749 put Warrensburg Area Career Center's Cosmetology program 37% above the national median of $17,289 — one of the higher-earning programs in this field.

AI risk is moderate — 24% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Cosmetology graduates.

Ranked #121 out of 1,095 programs, Warrensburg Area Career Center's Cosmetology program lands in the top 5% — a strong signal of graduate success.

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

46 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
42
Low End
46
Score
46
High End
Earnings $23,749/yr (37% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$24K
Reported median after graduation
Viable Career Paths
8 of 8
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$18,240
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

Cosmetology opens doors to multiple career tracks. Our pillar guide covers every mapped occupation with salary data and AI resilience ratings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Warrensburg Area Career Center's Cosmetology program score?
A score of 46/100 indicates below-average financial outcomes for Cosmetology. Earnings, ROI, or job market factors are pulling the score down.
Why does Warrensburg Area Career Center rank so high for Cosmetology?
Among 1,095 Cosmetology programs, Warrensburg Area Career Center's #121 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Cosmetology program at Warrensburg Area Career Center?
There are 5 registered apprenticeships connected to Cosmetology occupations, such as Barber and Cosmetologist. The earn-while-you-learn model means no tuition debt and immediate income, though the training period is typically longer.
Is there demand for Cosmetology workers?
The very large job market (145,700 annual openings) works in favor of Cosmetology graduates. The national outlook is driven by consistent replacement demand and industry growth, though regional variation matters.
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