Cosmetology Diploma (D55140)
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 North Carolina 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 as skin/nail specialists, platform artists, and related businesses.
All applicants for a diploma in cosmetology must have completed all courses, 1500 hours (as specified), and live performances and mannequin services. Students must have an overall average of 2.0 or higher to receive the certificate.
When Cosmetology students leave the laboratory, they must clock out. To earn hours in Cosmetology, students must be physically present in the laboratory.
Course and Hour Requirements
Major Courses
Select One:
Total Major Hours: 34-41
General Education Courses
Communications:
Select One
| COM 110 | Introduction to Communication |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry |
3
|
0
| 3 |
General Education:
Select One
Total General Education Hours: 6-7
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 40-48
Suggested Sequence of Courses
Some courses are split over more than one term. Both the AB and the BB section of the course must be completed to earn full course credit. For example: COS 111AB is offered in the fall and COS 111BB is offered at night in the spring. Both courses must be taken to earn credit for COS 111.
FIRST YEAR
Fall Semester
| COS 111 | Cosmetology Concepts I |
4
|
0
| 4 |
| COS 112 | Salon I |
0
|
24
| 8 |
| | Communications Course |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
7
|
24
| 15 |
Communication Course: See: "Course and Hour Requirements"
Spring Semester
| COS 113 | Cosmetology Concepts II |
4
|
0
| 4 |
| COS 114 | Salon II |
0
|
24
| 8 |
| | | | | |
| HUM 110 | Technology and Society |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| | or | | | |
| PHY 121 | Applied Physics I |
3
|
2
| 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
7
|
24-26
| 15-16 |
Summer Term
| COS 115 | Cosmetology Concepts III |
4
|
0
| 4 |
| COS 116 | Salon III |
0
|
12
| 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
4
|
12
| 8 |
SECOND YEAR
Fall Semester
| COS 117 | Cosmetology Concepts IV |
2
|
0
| 2 |
| | and | | | |
| COS 118 | Salon IV |
0
|
21
| 7 |
| | or | | | |
| COS 240 | Contemporary Design |
1
|
3
| 2 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
1-2
|
3-21
| 2-9 |
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 40-48
TOTAL CONTACT HOURS REQUIRED BY THE NORTH CAROLINA STATE BOARD OF COSMETIC ART EXAMINERS: 1500