Cosmetology: Course Descriptions

Cosmetology I

This course introduces basic cosmetology concepts.  Topics include preparation, care and treating of the hair, safety and sanitation, bacteriology, diseases and disorders, hygiene, product knowledge and other related topics.
Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply Cosmetology concepts and practical skills in the salon setting. Competency is achieved in basic manual facials, hair sculpting, scalp treatments and hair re-conditioning, hair lightening and hair color, shampoos, hairstyling, chemical permanent waving and chemical hair relaxing, manicuring and pedicuring.
450 Clock Hours

Cosmetology II

This course introduces new cosmetology concepts and builds upon the previous concepts learned in COS 0080V Cosmetology I. Topics include: The study of the skin, The study of nails, Hair Coloring, Chemical Texturizing, Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology and Florida Law.
Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply Cosmetology concepts and practical skills in the salon setting.  Students will begin to sharpen their technical skills and increase their speed and proficiency through continued practice of basic manual facials, hair sculpting, scalp treatments and hair reconditioning, hair lightening and hair color, shampoos, hairstyling chemical permanent waving and chemical hair relaxing, manicuring and pedicuring services.
450 Clock Hours

Cosmetology III

This course introduces new cosmetology concepts and builds upon the previous concepts learned in COS 0081V Cosmetology II. Topics include: Wigs and Hair Additions, Salon Business and Electricity.
Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply cosmetology concepts and practical skills in the salon setting. Students will begin to sharpen their technical skills and increase their speed and proficiency through continued practice of basic manual facials, hair sculpting, scalp treatments and hair reconditioning, hair lightening and hair color, shampoos, hairstyling chemical permanent waving and chemical hair relaxing, manicuring and pedicuring services.
300 Clock Hours

Special Topics in Cosmetology

This course centers on current topics or special interests to meet the needs of the community.
(Various Hours)

Career Preparation and Regulations Review (*COS 0087)  This course provides instruction in laws, rules and regulations related to the practice of cosmetology and salon ownership.  Students become familiar with employability skills and study state board of cosmetology requirements.  Focus is preparing the individual with the opportunity to receive review of skills and techniques of cosmetology along with laboratory practices, information, related technology and correct terminology necessary to successfully become employed in the field of cosmetology.
300 Clock Hours
*Not required for cosmetology program