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Cosmetology

Throughout the Cosmetology Program, you’ll cover the following topics in varying levels of depth and detail, giving you an exceptional foundation for your professional career.

Cosmetology Curriculum:
(1250 Total Hours)
1.History & Opportunities in Professional Beauty
2. Life Skills
3. Your Professional Image
4. Communicating for Success
5. Infection Control Principles & Practices
6. Seeking Employment
7. On the Job
8. The Salon Business
9. Anatomy & Physiology
10. Skin Structure & Growth
11. Nail Structure & Growth
12. Properties of the Hair & Scalp
13. Basics of Chemistry
14. Basics of Electricity
15. Principles of Design
16. Shampooing, Rinsing, Conditioning, & Scalp Massage
17. Haircutting
18. Hairstyling
19. Braiding & Braid Extensions
20. Wigs & Hair Enhancements
21. Chemical Texture Services
22. Hair Coloring
23. Skin Diseases & Disorders
24. Hair Removal
25. Facials
26. Facial Makeup
27. Nail Diseases & Disorders
28. Manicuring
29. Pedicuring
30. Nail Tips, Wraps, & No-Light Gels
31. Acrylic (Methacrylate) Nail
Enhancements
32. UV Gels
33. Beauty Culture Law
34. Care for All Hair Types

Breakdown of Cosmetology Hours by Subject:
Professional Practices:
(50 Hours)
History & Opportunities in Professional Beauty
Beauty Culture Law (2)
Life Skills
Your Professional Image
Communicating for Success
Infection Control Principles & Practices
Seeking Employment
On the Job
The Salon Business
Sciences:
(200 Hours)
Anatomy & Physiology
Skin Structure & Growth
Nail Structure & Growth
Properties of the Hair & Scalp
Basics of Chemistry
Basics of Electricity
Cosmetology Skills -
Cognitive & Manipulative:
(1,000 Hours)
Principles of Design
Care for All Hair Types (3)
Shampooing, Rinsing, Conditioning & Scalp
Scalp Treatments
Massage
Haircutting
Hairstyling
Braiding & Braid Extensions
Wigs & Hair Enhancements
Chemical Texture Services
Hair Straightening
Hair Coloring
Skin Diseases & Disorders
Hair Removal
Facials
Facial Makeup
Nail Diseases & Disorders
Manicuring
Pedicuring
Nail Tips, Wraps & No-Light Gels
Acrylic (Methacrylate) Nail Enhancements - UV Gels

State Rules and Regulations
State laws and rules
Safety and sanitation requirements

Personal/Career Development
Time management
Goal–setting
Team building
Communication
Interview techniques
Job requirements
Employee benefits and wages