Success Stories – Cosmetology

“I decided to go through the Hair Design program because hair was always something that I wanted to do. I held back for so long because it was out of my comfort zone. I had the urge and want to start my life and have a career that tapped in more to my artistic side. Before the program I was dental assisting and waitressing…”

“Before deciding to become a cosmetologist, I was headed towards a career in entertainment. I love singing, dancing, and making people laugh. After studying music and audio production in college, I realized I wasn’t as passionate as I thought I was. That’s when I started thinking about a different path. All aspects of beauty have always interested me, which is why I ended up enrolling into beauty school…”

“I have been passionate about hair and the beauty industry my whole life, I really wanted to find a career where I could have creative expression as well as contribute to others feeling positively about themselves! People’s hair is like a blank canvas to me. And I cannot wait to create…”

“Before I enrolled in EBC I was looking for my path. At the beginning of the pandemic, I was laid off from my job (just like so many others) and it crushed me. I was lost, and didn’t know what road to take. Then my roommate at the time suggested cosmetology school, and a few weeks later I was enrolled. I can’t believe that one of the worst things to happen in my professional life could turn into the most amazing career I could ever imagine.”

“I learned to cut my husband’s hair when we first met 12 years ago and during quarantine when there were no salons open, I started doing many other family members and friend’s hair. Through this experience I noticed how much I loved helping others look and feel their best as well as I truly enjoyed the creative process behind creating a look. I realized that it is never too late to pursue your dreams..”

“I have always been interested in Cosmetology when I was younger. It wasn’t until I was almost completed with my first quarter at Skagit Valley College that I realized I wanted to go to school for hair instead. I started at Evergreen the following fall.” “I have heard great reviews from some past graduates which really peaked my interest. Also it helps that the Mount Vernon campus opened up…”

“It’s important to me to translate my work into helping men, women, and non-binary individuals feel as authentically themselves as possible. I want to show people that you can have hand tattoos, funky haircuts, bold colors and still be…

“I thought a lot about what I wanted to do with the rest of my life. I wanted to do something more creative and hands-on. Also, with a broad range of services a cosmetologist gets to do, I would never feel restricted…

“When I was younger, I always found myself looking up to my stylists and wanting to be just like them. The type of energy salons give off is something I have always loved as well as the atmosphere. I originally signed up for college with the goal of being a crime scene technician…

“I grew up braiding neighborhood kids’ hair and fell in love with the creativity and freedom I had with my designs. As I got older people tended to trust my skills and advise when it came to anything hair. Not only was I able to make them happy with my work,  I felt a sense of pride and fell in love…