241 N. Main St., Decatur, IL 62523
217-425-9117
kristy@shearlearning.com
www.shearlearning.com
Courses, Admission and Tuition At-A-Glance
Cosmetology
Course Description: The State of Illinois requires 1500
hours of training which takes approximately eleven and
one-half (11 1/2) months full-time. Students start at
Freshman level where they learn basic theory and
practical skills. After successful completion of this level,
students graduate to working with live clients in our
clinic. All work is monitored by a licensed instructor.
The skills learned throughout the program will prepare
students to take the State Board Exam and to obtain an
entry-level position.
Instructor Training: Cosmetology 500 Hour
Course Description: The State of Illinois requires
Cosmetologists, with two years’ experience, wishing to
obtain the Instructor license to take 500 hours of training
which takes approximately five (5) months to complete
on a full-time schedule. The course is designed to teach
the methods and principles of teaching. Upon
completion students will be prepared to take the State
Board Exam to acquire the Instructor license.
Instructor Training: Cosmetology-1000 Hour
Course Description: The State of Illinois requires
Cosmetologists wishing to obtain the Instructor license
to take 1000 hours of training, if they do not have a least
two years’ experience, which takes approximately nine
(9) months to complete on a full-time schedule. The
course is designed to teach the methods and principles of
teaching. Upon completion students will be prepared to
take the State Board Exam to acquire the Instructor
license.
Program Start Dates
New classes start every 11 weeks
2015
October 13
2016
January 5
March 15
May 24
August 9
October 25
Instructor program starts are considered case-by-case.
*Must enroll at least two weeks prior to start date
Career Opportunities in the fields of Cosmetology, Nail
Technology and Instructor
These are just a few of the career options available:
Cosmetology or Instructor
Stylist
Nail Technician
Make-up Technician
Platform Artist
Product Representative
Salon Owner or Manager
State Board Member
Skin Care Specialist
Nail Technician
Product Representative
State Board Member
State Board Examiner
Instructor
Admission Requirements
Cosmetology Student
 Must be at least 16 years of age
 Must have obtained a high school diploma
or GED certificate
Cosmetology Instructor Student 500 hour
 Must be at least 18 years of age
 Must have obtained a high school diploma
or GED certificate
 Must have a valid Cosmetologist license
 Must have worked as a Cosmetologist or
Nail Technologist for two years.
Cosmetology Instructor Student 1000 hour
 Must be at least 18 years of age
 Must have obtained a high school diploma
or GED certificate
 Must have a valid Cosmetologist license
Prospective students must complete an application form
with a $100.00 registration fee and provide the school
with the following documents appropriate to their
chosen course:
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A copy of a valid, government issued id
A copy of high school diploma or GED
certificate (or college transcript or diploma)
A copy of social security card
A 500-word essay on why you would like to
enter the program and the industry and
where you see yourself in 5 years
A copy of a valid Cosmetologist license
(Instructor)
*Prospective students must submit all documents and the
registration fee before they will be considered for
enrollment.
**Prospective students are not considered enrolled until
an Enrollment Contract has been completed. All blanks
must be filled in and the contract must be signed by the
student, parent or guardian and the administrator.
Prospective students under the age of 18 must have a
parent or guardian signature.
Hours
Full-Time Only
Tuesday -Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm & Saturday 8:00am
to 12:00pm
These are just a few of the payment options available
to students. Make an appointment with Admissions
to find out about other payment options and
scholarships available.
Payment Options for Cosmetology Program
1. Ten (10) monthly payments of $1,295.45. *
2. Nine (10) monthly payments of $500.00 with
final payment of $9,250.00 due in the eleventh
month. *
3. Eighteen (18) monthly payments of $842.94.
This option requires a credit check. This option
has a 9% interest rate and requires the signing of
an additional contract with our financing
company. This option also requires a cosigner. *
4. Twenty-four (24) monthly payments of $664.14.
This option requires a credit check. This option
has a 12% interest rate and requires the signing
of an additional contract with our financing
company. This option requires a cosigner. *
5. Financial Aid for those who qualify. Ask for
information if interested.
* Requires the down payment of Registration Fee and
Kit Fee at least two (2) weeks before the start of class.
Tuition
Cosmetology Program
Application and Registration Fee
Time Card Fee
Student Kit Fee
Tuition
Total Education Expense
$100.00
$25.00
$1275.00
$14250.00
$15,650.00
Cosmetology Instructor Program – 500 hour
Application and Registration Fee
$100.00
Time Card Fee
$25.00
Instructor’s Book
$250.00
Tuition
$4750.00
Total Education Expense
$5,125.00
Cosmetology Instructor Program – 1000 hour
Application and Registration Fee
$100.00
Time Card Fee
$25.00
Instructor’s Book
$250.00
Tuition
$9500.00
Total Education Expense
$9,875.00
Revised 10/2015
Contact Info
Rebecca Wright or Kristy Sams
217-425-9117
riki@shearlearning.com
kristy@shearlearning.com