Cosmetology
Cosmetology Course Listing
To complete a career major in Cosmetology, students must adhere to strict academic and attendance requirements and complete a two-year program of courses to meet state licensing requirements. Participants will be selected through an application and interview process. Cosmetology students receive training in the arts and science of hair, skin, and nail care and beautification, as well as salon planning and business management.
Cosmetology 1 615083CD
Grade 11
2 units
Cosmetology 2 615183CD
Grade 11
2 units
Prerequisite: Entrance application and personal interview. Must register for Cosmetology and 1 and 2.
These courses introduce the student to the Cosmetology profession and the safety factors required to perform in a professional setting. The course of study includes shampooing, hair styling, coloring, lightening, finger waving, manicuring, pedicuring, chemical relaxing, pressing and curling, scalp and hair treatments, wigs and hairpieces, facials and make-up, and blow dry styling. The program requirements include two full years - two periods a day of instruction; 1500 contact hours; and strict academic and attendance standards. A course fee is required for entrance into this program after notification of acceptance is received.
Cosmetology 3 615283CD
Grade 12
2 units
Cosmetology 4 615383CD
Grade 12
2 units
Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1 and 2; Successful completion of 11th grade requirements. Must register for Cosmetology 3 and 4.
These courses prepare students to qualify for the state licensing examination and to be able to provide professional services in a beauty salon. Students will review all areas studied in Cosmetology 1 and 2 and will also receive training in safety, salon site planning, salon management, hairpieces, chemical relaxing, hair coloring, lightening and toning, and product chemistry by means of both theory and practical applications on both mannequins and live models.