Cosmetology
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Cosmetology Concepts I
This course introduces basic cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, first aid, sanitation, bacteriology, anatomy, diseases and disorders, hygiene, product knowledge, chemistry, ethics, manicures, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply cosmetology concepts in the salon setting.
| Lec | Lab | Clinic | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
Co-Requisites
COS-112
Pre-Requisites
None
Salon I
This course introduces basic salon services. Topics include scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, permanent waving, pressing, relaxing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate salon services.
| Lec | Lab | Clinic | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 24 | 0 | 8 |
Co-Requisites
COS-111
Pre-Requisites
None
Cosmetology Concepts II
This course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, product knowledge, chemistry, manicuring, chemical restructuring, and hair coloring. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these cosmetology concepts in the salon setting.
| Lec | Lab | Clinic | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
Co-Requisites
None
Pre-Requisites
All: COS-111 and COS-112
Salon II
This course provides experience in a simulated salon setting. Topics include basic skin care, manicuring, nail application, scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, chemical restructuring, pressing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate these salon services.
| Lec | Lab | Clinic | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 24 | 0 | 8 |
Co-Requisites
None
Pre-Requisites
All: COS-111 and COS-112
Cosmetology Concepts III
This course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, product knowledge, salon management, salesmanship, skin care, electricity/light therapy, wigs, thermal hair styling, lash and brow tinting, superfluous hair removal, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these cosmetology concepts in the salon setting.
| Lec | Lab | Clinic | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
Co-Requisites
None
Pre-Requisites
All: COS-111 and COS-112
Salon III
This course provides comprehensive experience in a simulated salon setting. Emphasis is placed on intermediate-level of skin care, manicuring, scalp treatments, shampooing, hair color, design, haircutting, chemical restructuring, pressing, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate these salon services.
| Lec | Lab | Clinic | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 12 | 0 | 4 |
Co-Requisites
None
Pre-Requisites
All: COS-111 and COS-112
Cosmetology Concepts IV
This course covers advanced cosmetology concepts. Topics include chemistry and hair structure, advanced cutting and design, and an overview of all cosmetology concepts in preparation for the licensing examination. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these cosmetology concepts and meet program completion requirements.
| Lec | Lab | Clinic | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Co-Requisites
None
Pre-Requisites
All: COS-111 and COS-112
Salon IV
This course provides advanced experience in a simulated salon setting. Emphasis is placed on efficient and competent delivery of all salon services in preparation for the licensing examination and employment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in program requirements and the areas covered on the Cosmetology Licensing Examination and meet entry-level employment requirements.
| Lec | Lab | Clinic | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 21 | 0 | 7 |
Co-Requisites
None
Pre-Requisites
All: COS-111 and COS-112
Contemp Hair Coloring
This course covers basic color concepts, hair coloring problems, and application techniques. Topics include color theory, terminology, contemporary techniques, product knowledge, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify a clients color needs and safely and competently perform color applications and correct problems.
| Lec | Lab | Clinic | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
Co-Requisites
None
Pre-Requisites
All: COS-111 and COS-112
Contemporary Design
This course covers methods and techniques for contemporary designs. Emphasis is placed on contemporary designs and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate and apply techniques associated with contemporary design.
| Lec | Lab | Clinic | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
Co-Requisites
None
Pre-Requisites
All: COS-111 and COS-112
Design Applications
This course provides an overview of the design concepts used in cosmetology. Topics include the application of art principles and elements to artistically design hair, nails, and make-up and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and techniques associated with design concepts.
| Lec | Lab | Clinic | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
Co-Requisites
None
Pre-Requisites
None