Cosmetology
The Cosmetology curriculum is designed to provide competency-based knowledge, scientific/artistic principles, and hands-on fundamentals associated with the cosmetology industry. The curriculum provides a simulated salon environment which enables students to develop manipulative skills.
Course work includes instruction in all phases of professional imaging, hair design, chemical processes, skin care, nail care, multi-cultural practices, business/computer principles, product knowledge, and other selected topics.
Graduates should qualify to sit for the State Board of Cosmetic Arts examination. Upon successfully passing the State Board exam, graduates will be issued a license. Employment is available in beauty salons and related businesses.
Graduation requires the listed courses, HCC Cosmetic Art Competencies, NC State Board of Cosmetic Arts requirements, and 1500 hours and have a 2.0 GPA or higher before making application to take the licensing exam.
Degrees
Suggested Schedule for 2014-2015 (Updated Apr 10, 2014)
Associate In Applied Science Degree (AAS) A55140
| Course Number | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Clinic | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COS-111 | Cosmetology Concepts I | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| COS-112 | Salon I | 0 | 24 | 0 | 8 |
| COS-260 | Design Applications | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Total: 14 | |||||
| Course Number | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Clinic | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACA-111 | College Student Success | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| COS-113 | Cosmetology Concepts II | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| COS-114 | Salon II | 0 | 24 | 0 | 8 |
| COS-223 | Contemp Hair Coloring | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| ENG-111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Social & Behavioral Sciences | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Total: 21 | |||||
| Course Number | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Clinic | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIO-111 | General Biology I | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| or BIO-160 | Introductory Life Science | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| COS-115 | Cosmetology Concepts III | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| COS-116 | Salon III | 0 | 12 | 0 | 4 |
| COS-240 | Contemporary Design | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Total: 16-17 | |||||
| Course Number | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Clinic | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS-280 | REAL Small Business | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| COM-120 | Intro to Interpersonal Communication | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| or COM-231 | Public Speaking | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| COS-117 | Cosmetology Concepts IV | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| COS-118 | Salon IV | 0 | 21 | 0 | 7 |
| Total: 16 | |||||
Total Credit Hours: 67-68
Diploma in Cosmetology D55140
| Course Number | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Clinic | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COS-111 | Cosmetology Concepts I | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| COS-112 | Salon I | 0 | 24 | 0 | 8 |
| Total: 12 | |||||
| Course Number | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Clinic | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COS-113 | Cosmetology Concepts II | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| COS-114 | Salon II | 0 | 24 | 0 | 8 |
| ENG-111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: 15 | |||||
| Course Number | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Clinic | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COS-115 | Cosmetology Concepts III | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| COS-116 | Salon III | 0 | 12 | 0 | 4 |
| Social & Behavioral Sciences | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Total: 11 | |||||
| Course Number | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Clinic | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COS-117 | Cosmetology Concepts IV | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| COS-118 | Salon IV | 0 | 21 | 0 | 7 |
| Total: 9 | |||||