This cosmetology program consists of intensive practice and lecture designed to prepare our students to take the Virginia State Board of Cosmetology examination for licensure. Student who have completed this program successfully are eligible to take the state board examination and become a licensed cosmetologist, salon manager, and/or cosmetic technician or school instructor.
Cosmetology is an approved program in Virginia. Students are eligible to sit for board-approved examination for licensure upon completion of this program. The program incorporates 1,500 hours of rigorous, practical, and technical training based on the most innovative curriculums in the industry. This program prepares students to become a beauty professional through hands-on training in hair and nail design, basic makeup artistry and product, retail and marketing strategy. Between July 2022-June 2023, no Cosmetology Certificate Program completers were produced.
- Interest in cosmetology industry is rising along with the expansion of the value of personal beauty and wellness.
1 - In order to obtain a license in Cosmetology, Barbering or Nail Technology in the state of Virginia, individuals must complete the requirements. Cosmetology-related services are required hiring cosmetology experts who possess the license.
1 - Employment of hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is projected to grow 13 percent from 2012 to 2022, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Demand for hair coloring, hair straightening, and other advanced hair treatments has risen in recent years, a trend that is expected to continue over the coming decade.
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COSC101 COSC102 COSC103 COSC104 COSC105 COSC108 COSC111 COSC112 COSC113 COSC114 COSC118 COSC151 COSC152 COSC158 COSC159 COSC161 COSC162 COSC168 COSC169 COSC171 COSC172 COSC173 COSC174 COSC178 COSC179 COSC201 COSC202 COSC203 COSC204 COSC208 COSC209 COSC211 COSC212 COSC213 COSC214 COSC218 COSC219 |
Introduction to History of Cosmetology Communication Skills Bacteriology, Sterilization, and Sanitation Anatomy and Physiology Skin and Nail Composition Freshman Lab and Practice I Hair Structure and Chemistry Principles of Hair Design Shampooing, Rinsing, and Conditioning Hair Cutting Freshman Lab and Practice II Haircutting Techniques Braiding Techniques Intermediate Lab and Practice I Intermediate Clinic I Placement of Artificial Hair Permanent Waves Intermediate Lab and Practice II Intermediate Clinic II Hair Coloring Bleaching and Tinting Skin Diseases and Disorders Hair Removal Intermediate Lab and Practice III Intermediate Clinic III Facials and Makeup I Facials and Makeup II Manicuring and Pedicuring I Manicuring and Pedicuring II Senior Lab and Practice I Senior Clinic I Finger Waving, Skip waving, and pencil waving Job seeking skills Professional Ethics and Salon Management Business Skills Senior Lab and Practice II Senior Clinic II |
10 10 20 20 10 140 20 20 10 20 140 20 20 80 80 20 20 80 80 10 10 10 10 80 80 10 10 10 10 80 120 10 10 10 10 80 120 |
| ▶ Total Required Clock Hours 1,500 | ||
