Cosmetologists for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
- Communication Skills
- 11%
- Time Management
- 10%
- Organizational Skills
- 8%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 57%
- Vocational or technical training
- 20%
- Bachelor's degree
- 13%
Years of experience
- 6-10 years
- 30%
- More than 10 years
- 30%
- 1-2 years
- 20%
Current company
Hudson by Avolta
Ulta Beauty
Marriott International
Time at current job
- 2-5 years
- 43%
- 1-2 years
- 29%
- More than 5 years
- 29%
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Last updated: Oct 25, 2026
Cosmetologist: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $55,536 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $33,868 – $91,066 yearly
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Licensed Cosmetologist
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Child Development Associate CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCosmetology LicenseSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsSchedule ManagementCustomer ServiceHair Stylist
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
CHHAServsafe Alcohol CertificationHCADriver's LicenseCaregiver CertificationServsafe Certification+2 moreSkills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementHost/Hostess ExperienceCash HandlingCosmetologist/Hair Stylist
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Special Education CertificationChild Development Associate CertificationTeaching CertificationFood Safety CertificationRBT CertificationCosmetology License+9 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsChildcareGymnastics Coach
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Esthetician LicenseDriver's LicenseCosmetology LicenseCNASkills
Host/Hostess ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementWaxing ServicesCosmetology Instructor
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Teaching CertificationDriver's LicenseCosmetology LicenseSkills
Organizational SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsRetail Sales TransactionsSales Transaction ProcessingEssentials Educator, Advanced Salon Floor Educator, Advanced Theory Educator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Teaching CertificationMicrobladingEyelash ExtensionsProfessional Educator LicenseFalse Lashes ApplicationCosmetology License+2 moreSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft PowerpointMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Excel
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What's the average time to fill a cosmetologist role?
The average time to fill a cosmetologist role is 105 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do cosmetologists tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a cosmetologist include: communication skills, time management and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for cosmetologists?
Common licenses or certifications for cosmetologists include: Cosmetology License, Driver's License and CPR.
What are some job titles related to cosmetologists?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to cosmetologists include: barista, stylist/ sales rep and hair stylist.
What level of education is common for a cosmetologist?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a cosmetologist in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a cosmetologist?
Most cosmetologists have 13 years of professional experience.
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