| Job Title | Typical Education | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Business Continuity Planners | Bachelor Degree | $70,010 |
| Online Merchants | Bachelor Degree | $70,010 |
| Fundraisers | Bachelor Degree | $67,625 |
About the Salon Business Program
Pursue your dream of owning your own salon business, and enjoy the freedom, flexibility, and financial rewards that come from developing entrepreneurial skill sets. You will learn how to build your own clientele, secure business permits and leases and rental agreements, file business taxes, and understand important labor laws and hiring practices.
Learn all aspects of operating a salon, and write a business plan designed to support your startup efforts across product and service offerings, marketing strategy and implementation, operations, organization and management, financial projections, and more. Santa Monica College faculty are seasoned business owners and salon professionals equipped to deliver practical training and business strategies that will help you establish a solid foundation and growth plan for your salon business.
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Program Paths
Salon Business
Department Certificate
A Department Certificate in Salon Business will aid cosmetologists, estheticians, and manicurists in establishing and running their own business/salon.
Potential Career Options
Chief Executives
Salary: $178,483
Typical Education Master's or Professional Degree
What We Offer
Business
Salon Business
General and Operations Managers
Salary: $111,870
Typical Education Bachelor Degree
What We Offer
Management and Leadership
Salon Business
Supply Chain Managers
Salary: $73,142
Typical Education Bachelor Degree
What We Offer
Management and Leadership
Salon Business
Resources
Student Resources
We know college isn't always easy. We are here to help as you navigate through your SMC journey. This resource connects to information about Financial Aid, Tutoring Services, the Center for Wellness and Wellbeing and much more!
Student Clubs
Clubs are a great way to make friends, network, and build community at SMC.
Career Opportunities
Our Cosmetology program is designed to have students' career ready. Consider scheduling an appointment with a career advisor with knowledge of the cosmetology profession to discuss internship and jobs as well as steps you can take to become job ready.