A Jour Academie of Beauty is now Enrolling for Make Up Artistry Course! 40 Hours. In one week you can become a licensed Make Up Artist, Average salary 64,500 annual. New Orleans is the Hollywood of the South! Be on a Film Crew! Call us today ! Cosmetology course of study is comprised of a twelve-month (12) + program, consisting of 1500 clock hours. Students have a standard required 12-month completion time. The manicuring course of study is comprised of a five-month (5) + program, consisting of 600 clock hours. Students have a standard 5-month completion time. The Cosmetology Instructor course of study is comprised of a five-month (5) + program, consisting of 600 clock hours. A minimum of one year salon experience is required to enroll in the instructor training course.