Program Description
The Cosmetology program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the field of cosmetology.  Learning opportunities develop academic and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement.  The program emphasizes specialized training in safety, sanitation, state laws, rules, and regulations, chemistry, anatomy and physiology, skin, hair, and nail diseases and disorders, hair treatments and manipulations, hair shaping, hair styling, artificial hair, braiding/intertwining hair, chemical reformation and application, skin and nail care, hair coloring, hair lightening, reception, sales, management, math, reading, writing, interpersonal relations development, computer skills, employability skills, and work ethics.  The curriculum meets state licensing requirements of the State Board of Cosmetology.  Program graduates receive a Cosmetology diploma and are employable as a cosmetology salesperson, cosmetologist, salon manager or a salon owner.
 
Program Length
A minimum of 82 credit hours is required for graduation.
A full time student can expect to complete requirements in 5-6 quarters

Salary Range
$17,000 - $20,000 annually  Entry level Cosmetologist
$40,000 - $60,000 annually  Established Cosmetologist

Career Opportunities
Three out of every four salons are looking for stylists or nail techs. A cosmetologist license opens many doors. It’s one of the least limiting professional licenses! For many, it leads to international travel, work on TV or movie sets, and involvement with stage shows.

Career Traits/ Requirements
Must be a people person, be self-motivated, enjoy creativity, work independently, and as with any profession, should be willing to begin in an entry-level position. Appearance, punctuality, professional attitude are only a few of the personal traits required to be successful in this profession.

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Program Courses