Cosmetology
Degrees and Certificates
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Salon and Spa Management A.A.S. -
Salon and Spa Management - Cosmetology Certificate -
Salon and Spa Management – Cosmetology Esthetics Short-Term Certificate -
Salon and Spa Management – Cosmetology Nail Short-Term Certificate
Classes
COS 111: Introduction to Cosmetology
This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the history and development of cosmetology and standards of professional behavior. Students receive basic information regarding principles and practices of infection control, diseases, and disorders. Additionally, students receive introductory information regarding hair design. The information presented in this course is enhanced by hands-on application performed in a controlled lab environment. Upon completion, students should be able to apply safety rules and regulations and write procedures for skills identified in this course. CORE
Co-Requisite Courses
COS 112: Introduction to Cosmetology Lab
In this course, students are provided the practical experience for sanitation, shampooing, hair shaping, and hairstyling. Emphasis is placed on disinfection, shampooing, hair shaping, and hairstyling for various types of hair for men and women. This course offers opportunities for students to put into practice concepts learned in the theory component from COS 111. CORE
Corequisites
COS 111
COS 114: Chemical Services Lab
During this course students perform various chemical texturing activities. Emphasis is placed on cosmetologist and client safety, chemical use and handling, hair and scalp analysis, and client consulting. CORE
COS 115: Hair Coloring Theory
In this course, students learn the techniques of hair coloring and hair lightening. Emphasis is placed on color application, laws, levels and classifications of color and problem solving. Upon completion, the student will be able to identify all classifications of hair coloring and the effects on the hair. CORE
Corequisites
COS 116
COS 116: Hair Coloring Lab
In this course, students apply hair coloring and hair lightening techniques. Topics include consultation, hair analysis, skin test and procedures and applications of all classifications of hair coloring and lightening. Upon completion, the student will be able to perform procedures for hair coloring and hair lightening. CORE
Corequisites
COS 115
COS 117: Basic Spa Techniques
This course is the study of cosmetic products, massage, skin care, and hair removal, as well as identifying the structure and function of various systems of the body. Topics include massage, skin analysis, skin structure, disease and disorder, light therapy, facials, facial cosmetics, anatomy, hair removal, and nail care. Upon completion, the student will be able to state procedures for analysis, light therapy, facials, hair removal, and identify the structures, functions, disorders of the skin, and nail care. CORE
Corequisites
COS 118
COS 118: Basic Spa Techniques Lab
This course provides practical applications related to the care of the skin and related structure. Emphasis is placed on facial treatments, product application, skin analysis, massage techniques, facial make-up, hair removal, and nail care. Upon completion, the student should be able to prepare clients, assemble sanitized materials, follow procedures for product application, recognize skin disorders, demonstrate facial massage movement, cosmetic application, and hair removal using safety and sanitary precautions, and nail care. CORE
Corequisites
COS 117
COS 123: Cosmetology Salon Practices
This course is designed to allow students to practice all phases of cosmetology in a salon setting.
Emphasis is placed on professionalism, receptionist duties, hair styling, hair shaping, chemical, and nail
and skin services for clients. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate professionalism
and the procedures of cosmetology in a salon setting.
COS 134: Advanced Esthetics
This course includes an advanced study of anatomy and physiology relating to skin care, cosmetic
chemistry, histology of the skin, and massage and facial treatments. Upon completion, the student should be
able to discuss the functions of the skin, effects of chemicals on skin, different types of massage and
benefits, and key elements of the basic facial treatment.
COS 135: Advanced Esthetics Applications
This course provides advanced practical applications related to skin care. Principal topics include
massage techniques, various facial treatments, proper product application through skin analysis, and
introduction to ingredients and treatments used by the esthetician. Upon completion, the student should be
able to perform various massage techniques, prescribe proper type of facial treatment and product, and
demonstrate facials using any of the eight functions of the facial machine.
COS 142: Applied Chemistry for Cosmetology Lab
This course provides practical applications of the knowledge and skills learned in reference to
chemical reactions, as well as the chemical application to the hair and skin. Emphasis is placed on
knowledge of basic chemistry, pH scale, cosmetic chemistry, and physical and chemical changes in the hair
and skin structure. Upon completion, the student should be able to determine the proper chemical product for
each prescribed service.
COS 143: Specialty Hair Preparation Techniques
This course focuses on the theory and practice of hair designing. Topics include creating styles
using basic and advanced techniques of back combing, up sweeps, and braiding. Upon completion, the student
should be able to demonstrate the techniques and procedures for hair designing.
COS 145: Hair Shaping Lab
This covers the study of the art and techniques of hair shaping. Topics include hair sectioning,
correct use of hair shaping implements, and elevations used to create design lines. Upon completion, the
student should be able to demonstrate the techniques and procedures for creating hair designs using safety
and sanitary precautions.
COS 150: Manicuring
This course focuses on the theory and practice of nail care. Topics include sanitation, nail
structure, nail disorders and diseases, manicuring, pedicuring, nail wrapping, sculptured nails, and acrylic
overlays.
COS 151: Nail Care
This course focuses on all aspects of nail care. Topics include salon conduct, professional ethics,
sanitation, nail structure, manicuring, pedicuring, nail disorders, and anatomy and physiology of the arm
and hand. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate professional conduct, recognize nail
disorders and diseases, and identify the procedures for sanitation and nail care services.
COS 152: Nail Care Applications
This course provides practice in all aspects of nail care. Topics include salon conduct,
professional ethics, bacteriology, sanitation and safety, manicuring, and pedicuring. Upon completion, the
student should be able to perform nail care procedures.
COS 153: Nail Art
This course focuses on the advanced nail techniques. Topics include acrylic, gel, fiberglass nails,
and nail art. Upon completion, the student should be able to identify the different types of sculptured
nails and recognize the different techniques of nail art.
COS 154: Nail Art Applications
This course provides practice in advanced nail techniques. Topics include acrylic, gel, fiberglass
nails, and nail art. Upon completion, the student should be able to perform the procedures for nail
sculpturing and nail art.
COS 161: Special Topics in Cosmetology
This course is designed to allow students to explore issues relevant to the profession of
cosmetology. Upon completion, students should have developed new skills in areas of specialization for the
cosmetology profession.
COS 162: Special Topics in Cosmetology
This course is designed to allow students to explore issues relevant to the profession of
cosmetology. Upon completion, students should have developed new skills in areas of specialization for the
cosmetology profession.
COS 163: Facial Treatments
This course includes all phases of facial treatments in the study of skin care. Topics include
treatments for oily, dry, and special skin applications. Upon completion, students will be able to apply
facial treatments according to skin type.
COS 164: Facial Machine
This is a course designed to provide practical experience using the vapor and facial machine with
hydraulic chair. Topics include the uses of electricity and safety practices, machine and apparants, use of
the magnifying lamp, and light therapy. Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate an
understanding of electrical safety and skills in the use of facial machines.
COS 165: Related Subjects Estheticians
This course includes subjects related to the methods for removing unwanted hair. This course
includes such topics as electrolysis information and definitions, safety methods of permanent hair removal,
the practice of removal of superfluous hair, and the use of depilatories. Upon completion of this course,
students will be able to apply depilatories and practice all safety precautions.
COS 167: State Board Review
Students are provided a complete review of all procedures and practical skills pertaining to their
training in the program. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the practical skills
necessary to complete successfully the required State Board of Cosmetology examination and entry-level
employment.
Prerequisites
As required by College
COS 168: Bacteriology and Sanitation
In this skin care course, emphasis is placed on the decontamination, infection control, and safety
practiced in the esthetics facility. Topics covered include demonstration of sanitation, sterilization
methods, and bacterial prevention. Upon completion, the student will be able to properly sanitize facial
implements and identify non-reusable items.
COS 169: Skin Functions
This course introduces skin functions and disorders. Topics include practical application for skin
disorder treatments, dermabrasion, and skin refining. Upon completion of this course, students will be able
to demonstrate procedures for acne, facials and masks for deeper layers and wrinkles.
COS 181: Special Topics
This course is designed to allow students to explore issues relevant to the profession of
cosmetology. Upon completion, students should have developed new skills in areas of specialization for the
cosmetology profession.
COS 182: Special Topics
This course is designed to allow students to explore issues relevant to the profession of
cosmetology. Upon completion, students should have developed new skills in areas of specialization for the
cosmetology profession.
COS 190: Internship in Cosmetology
This course is designed to provide exposure to cosmetology practices in non-employment situations.
Emphasis is on dependability, attitude, professional judgment, and practical cosmetology skills. Upon
completion, the student should have gained skills necessary for entry-level employment.
COS 191: Co-Op
This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the
student's program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work
experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability
skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
COS 192A: Co-Op
These courses constitute a series wherein the student works on a part-time basis in a job directly related to Cosmetology. In these courses the employer evaluates the student's productivity and the student submits a descriptive report of his work experiences. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate skills learned in an employment setting.
COS 192B: Co-Op
These courses constitute a series wherein the student works on a part-time basis in a job directly related to Cosmetology. In these courses the employer evaluates the student's productivity and the student submits a descriptive report of his work experiences. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate skills learned in an employment setting.
COS 192C: Co-Op
These courses constitute a series wherein the student works on a part-time basis in a job directly related to Cosmetology. In these courses the employer evaluates the student's productivity and the student submits a descriptive report of his work experiences. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate skills learned in an employment setting.
COS 193: Co-Op
These courses constitute a series wherein the student works on a part-time basis in a job directly
related to Cosmetology. In these courses the employer evaluates the student's productivity and the student
submits a descriptive report of his work experiences. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate skills
learned in an employment setting.
COS 291: Co-Op
This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the
student's program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work
experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability
skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.