Cosmetology

Winter 2019

Enrollment:

Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Degrees and Certificates

Program Website:

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Tuition and Fees

http://www.ccs.spokane.edu/TuitionFees

Additional Costs

Books$425
Supplies and Equipment$2085
* Estimated cost of books, supplies & equipment (tools & uniforms) for seven quarters. Major purchase of tools in 2nd quarter.

Program Description

Cosmetology is a diverse field that offers a variety of employment opportunities. SCC's Cosmetology program provides the education and training needed to successfully compete in today's job market. Upon successful completion of the 1,600 hour program, students are prepared to take the Washington State Board Exams. After passing this exam, they will be qualified to receive a license for Cosmetology.

This program includes haircutting, trimming of facial hair, hair styling, permanent waving, chemical relaxing, tinting and bleaching, and temporary superfluous hair removal; artificial hair; manicuring and pedicuring of natural nails; basic skin care and theory of diseases and disorders of the scalp, skin, hair and nails; and anatomy as it relates to cosmetology. In addition, safety and sanitation measures are stressed throughout the program. Students also must complete a first aid class. Students will be given review testing and simulated performance evaluations in preparation for the state licensing examination.

Students must complete the program and pass the exit exams in order to be prepared to take the Washington State examination for Cosmetology.

Additional requirements for the AAS degree consist of general education requirements in the areas of written communication, human relations/leadership and computation.  Students should check with the counseling department for assistance in planning their schedules.

Program Requirements: Physical Requirements:

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate and formulate entry level haircutting techniques.
  2. Demonstrate and formulate entry level hair color techniques and practices.
  3. Demonstrate basic manicuring.
  4. Demonstrate basic skin care.
  5. Demonstrate and formulate entry level chemical texturizing services.
  6. Work with minimum supervision in a salon.
  7. Recognize the importance of, and practice good public relations with customers, employers, and fellow employees.
  8. Skillfully use tools and equipment safely and in a sanitary manner.
  9. Demonstrate the ability to successfully complete the state required practical examination for licensure.
  10. Demonstrate the ability to successfully complete the state required written examination for licensure.

Career Opportunities

Job opportunities are very good for new, as well as experienced cosmetologists and those seeking part-time work. Many cosmetologists are paid on a straight commission basis; some receive a salary plus commission; some, a straight salary; others are self employed. Potential positions include: assistant to stylist, hair dresser, salon manager, instructor, nail care, wig stylist, chemical technician, stylist, cosmetologist, skin care, hair cutter, platform artist, retail sales cosmetologist and salon or school owner.

AAS - SCC

Offered at Locations:  Spokane Community College

First Quarter
APLED112Applied Mathematics 5
APLED113Introduction to Computers for Technology 15
APLED121Applied Written Communication 24
COS  101Introduction to Cosmetology 2
16

Second Quarter
COS  111Cosmetology, Esthetics and Manicuring Concepts I 5
COS  112Cosmetology, Esthetics and Manicuring Applications I 12
17

Third Quarter
COS  121Cosmetology, Esthetics and Manicuring Concepts II 5
COS  122Cosmetology, Esthetics and Manicuring Applications II 11
16

Fourth Quarter
COS  131Intermediate Cosmetology I 5
COS  132Intermediate Cosmetology Applications I 11
16

Fifth Quarter
COS  241Intermediate Cosmetology II 5
COS  242Intermediate Cosmetology Applications II 10
EMS  120Basic First Aid in the Workplace 32
17

Sixth Quarter
COS  251Advanced Cosmetology I 5
COS  252Advanced Cosmetology Applications I 410
Approved Human Relations Electives 3
18

Seventh Quarter
COS  261Advanced Cosmetology II 5
COS  262Advanced Cosmetology Applications II 410
Approved Human Relations Electives 5
20
120 credits are required for the AAS

Approved Human Relations Electives 
APLED123Leadership Skills for Business and Industry 3-4
APLED125Employment Preparation 3
BUS  280Human Relations in Business 5
CMST&101Introduction to Communication 5
CMST 121Job Communication Skills 2-5
CMST 127Leadership Development 3-5
CMST 287Business and Professional Communication 3-5
1This course may be substituted with CIS 110.
2This course may be substituted with ENGL& 101, 102, 235 ENGL 104, 188, 238, or BT 272.
3This course may be substituted with HLTH 174.
4COS 252 or COS 262 may be substituted with COS 288.
5COS 275 is available for students who have not accumulated enough hours to satisfy the Cosmetology AAS degree requirements.

Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. the information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.