instructor

esthetician

barber

admission representative

cosmetology instructor

Milan Institute

Everyone is pretty laid back, with a few exceptions. Job security was very minimal in my particular position, as it was a position that the company as a whole, could not decide if they wanted to keep the position or not. My co-workers were some of the best people I have ever worked with. They were very knowledgeable in their positions and created a welcoming environment. Milan is a paperless company, so if you are really into modern technology and saving the environment, it's a great place. The best part of my job there, was helping people to achieve their high school diplomas so they could advance on to trade school and have careers. The hardest part, not knowing from day to day whether or not I was going to still have a job. The accredidation commission that supported our schools, did not approve of a high school completion program within the schools; however, Milan had them anyways and I was one of many coordinators for that department. They put a stop to my position, but I was not informed until several weeks later and in the mean time, I was working as an administrative assistant to both schools, doing anything I could to stay busy at work and do my job to hopefully stay employeed, but once they declared that they eliminated the department, I no longer had work.

During my time there , I went above and beyond to be helpful to the director and other levels of management at one time I was promoted in 2010 under previous management . However that director stepped down and when replaced I was harrassed by the new director . Overall they were more concerned about politics and saving face versus true honesty and didn't not respect people for taking responsibility for any mistakes , rather looked for any and everything they could write you up, leaving almost everyone with the feeling of insecurity about their jobs. There were a few good people in the company however the general attitude is little care for the students well being and education, more focused on profits. Therefore I would not recommend this to a prospective student or employee . As an employee any good intentions for the students will be seen as a waste, however if you are at ease with working for a company that is dishonest and cares little for students it might be the place for you .

Former student who became an instructor and this job was horrible. Finances were always tight, was forced to provide supplies from my personal finances in order to make sure my students were covered in class. Management was awful, had their own agenda, and didn't support you as an instructor.  The campus was ALWAYS filthy and because of financial issues for the company, janitorial services, maintenance services, technical services, etc, were never handled, mainly because the company lacked the finances to pay for everything and bills were so overdue that companies flat out refused to work with Milan.  If we needed/wanted something for work, we had to provide it ourselves.  Administration had no problems with adding more and more requirements, increased work load for both students and instructors, and constantly adding "policies" which never came to fruition, but kept getting tossed in our face. Students would complain about issues regarding administration, the campus, or supplies and as an instructor, I had nothing I was able to say or do for them, except to apologize.

This company was so horrible to me, they did not provide me any accommodation to pump while I was breastfeeding. Never had coverage to give me any type of break. Took full advantage of me whenever they could. Denied me raises. Made me work multiple positions for the same pay they were giving to one. Changed up policies daily. High turn over rates. No training. Management was wishwashy. Favoritism. Student opinions mean more than client and co worker/management opinions. Unorganized. Sloppy. Unreliable. Understaffed. Unsupportive. Working here was the absolute worst. They will work you into the ground and give you nothing but constant criticism and retaliation for speaking up about anything. So many better places, colleges to work for, with much better perks and pay. Would not recommend to anyone ever.

Certified Instructor for an Allied Health vocational campus, instructing a 40 hour mandatory pre-requisite course prior to the student’s core class. Subject is a positive course designed to motivate personal goal- sets and visualize the future one seeks. Main focuses include the power of self- talk, recognizing the allowance of opinions and the setting of clear and concise goals. Materials include accompanying video vignettes, activities, assignments and open- forum conversations about thoughts, feelings and understanding of the lessons and life- related subjects. Other duties include the assistance and guidance in resume and cover letter- building and present and coach students in Mock Interviews in preparation of potential future opportunities. Counseling of students with personal and/ or professional struggles or needs and offering guidance.



This is not a school. It is a rip off. They do not follow through with anything they promise to their students. There is no quality to the material presented. None of the curriculum is applicable in a professional career. They do not care about their students or their staff. The talk disparingly about both. A typical day involves having students complain because of Milan's ridiculous dress code policies. Management is only interested in keeping students enrolled and receiving passing grades so they can get as much of their financial aid money as possible. The hardest part of the job was being treated poorly by the management and coworkers. There was nothing enjoyable about working for Milan, It is a source of shame that I was employed there. I would recommend NO ONE work there or enroll there. You would be wise to NEVER receive services from a Milan graduate,

Greet students as they come in, prepared an hour early for supplies or copies for the day. It is a true blessing to get to learn about the students and help them accomplish their dreams. The team I have to work with are supportive. We believe in the students successes. I can surely say management is awesome  they have the same vision, co-workers are great. I really enjoy helping someone become a better person and believe in themselves, and to walk with their head up. Take pride in what they have accomplished. But to always remember every day is an opportunity to learn something new. Experience equals success. The hardest part is when a student is failing and looses focus of their dreams and they give up on themselves especially when they don't have family to support them. But all in all it is a Blessing to help them change their lives for the good.

So far a typical day is wondering if this company is going to remain open.  There seems to be no money in this company.  All of my desk supplies I bought myself.  We are allowed 1 ream of paper per day and if you need more you need to ask for some. There is a huge lack of communication.  We have an elevator and at one point it stopped working.  The company that fixes them said they weren't paid for the last job they did.  Took 2 weeks for them to come up with the money to fix it. 
Being a senior vice pres. for Citibank our standards were set high.  Professionalism was the utmost and our work ethics were the best.
The good part about this job are the students we enroll.  Coming from all demographics I love mentoring them and empowering them to be great.  This is the most enjoyable part of my job is interacting with these students.

I often was asked to teach both evening a day courses for entire month long MODs with sometimes less than 24 hours notice. Most of my lesson plans and class prep was accomplished on my own time without pay. Classes often did not have the supplies needed for the students and I personally purchased these items for my class. Department meetings were scheduled on the same day with a text message to attend. Management for student attendance hours and make-up time was often mishandled leading to failing grades on transcripts that had to be resolved after the fact and stressed out the students for no reason. Tracking of student progress was ignored by the department head and interfered with student graduation dates unnecessarily.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Teaching my trade and working with students in my field of cosmetology 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
They take advantage of you when you are a great employee . They pay new hires more than you and make you train them and then steal your 401k money without telling you. Never give sick days when needed

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Stressful and condescending every other day they switch what they tell you is the way to do something. Ever changing management and impossible to grow or progress 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
11 hours long running back and forth. 6 miles of walking the salon floor a day. No appreciation

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Instructor 8 salaries reported	$21.59 per hour
Esthetician 8 salaries reported	$22.74 per hour
Barber 7 salaries reported	$22.64 per hour
Admission representative 9 salaries reported	$23.88 per hour
Cosmetology instructor 7 salaries reported	$22.11 per hour

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