Cosmetology provides instruction in manicuring, hair setting/styling/cutting
and the chemistry of hair coloring, perming, and straightening. Anatomy and
structure of skin, and hair is addressed as well as the necessity for cleanliness
and safety. Mannequins are used for students to gain their initial experience
in shampoos, haircutting, hairstyling and permanent waving. Advanced instruction
will be given with special emphasis on shampoo techniques; identification and
treatment of disorders of the scalp, nails and hair; tinting; bleaching and
dyeing; shaping and styling; and, various permanent waving techniques.
COSMETOLOGY 1 prerequisite - none 10 credits
The Cosmetology Career Major program introduces first year students to the Cosmetology
Industry and to the diverse array of career options available in this exciting
trade. Special emphasis is placed on health and safety issues relevant to the
client services provided.
COSMETOLOGY 2 prerequisite - Cosmetology 1 15 credits
The focus of the second year of Cosmetology is to establish the skills and habits
that assist students with developing the professionalism that is required in
this industry. Students learn introductory skills and the basic biology and
physiology that serve as a background to the services they will provide.
COSMETOLOGY 3 prerequisite - Cosmetology 2 15 credits
The students begin practicing skills and techniques that will be utilized to
provide facials, make-up, hair removal, hairstyling, haircutting, coloring techniques,
permanent waving, chemical relaxing, manicuring, pedicure, artificial nails,
and an introduction to salon management. Students begin to study for the stringent
state-licensing exam.
COSMETOLOGY 4 prerequisite - Cosmetology 3 20 credits
Students regularly practice and perfect the necessary skills to prepare them
for employment in the field of Cosmetology. Students also begin taking practice
tests to prepare for the state examination. Students begin providing services
to clients through the on-site clinical experiences available in the school
or through actual work experiences.