General Cosmetology Program
Diploma Program
Objective: This 12-month full-time (1350 clock hour) program is designed to assist the student in successfully passing the State Board of Cosmetology Licensing Examination.
Teachers will prepare the students for careers in cosmetology using lecture and lab components. Students are given hands-on experience, as well as the practical theory, in areas such as shampooing, hair shaping, hair styling, permanent waving, hair color, hair straightening, skin care, manicuring, scalp treatment and overall care of hair types and textures.
This program prepares the student to comprehend and understand the practices of cosmetology including areas of professional attitude, salon management, bacteriology, sterilization and sanitation. Students will study the sciences of cosmetology including such topics as histology, trichology, chemistry, physiology, cosmetic dermatology, and electricity. This program (or an equivalent) is a prerequisite for the Cosmetology-Teacher Program.