Program Name: Hairdresser and Cosmetologist (2
Post Secondary Number: COS0005, COS0006 350 hours each (700 hours)

Cosmetology program 1200 hours
Entry dates quarterly
State licensure

The purpose of this program is to prepare a person for employment as a licensed hairdresser or cosmetologist designed to qualify students for employment upon successfully passing the Florida Cosmetology license examination or obtaining a registration from the State Board of Cosmetology.

The program is a planned sequence of instruction. We will begin with the Core of Cosmetology. This content includes, but is not limited to, communication skills, leadership skills, human relations skills and employability skills, safe and efficient work practices, Florida cosmetology law and rules, related chemistry, bacteriology, anatomy and physiology. The acquisition of knowledge of skills to perform manicures, pedicures and all artificial nail enhancements, to become a nail specialist, Developing skills performing the manipulative & electrical techniques, hair removal and the art of makeup to become a Facial specialist. The final sequence would be to develop skills in the art of hairstyling, haircutting coloring and textures services to become a full cosmetologist.

Occupational Completion Points/Career Path

This program is a planned sequence of instruction and has three occupational completion points.
 

Length of program varies with individual accomplishments of requirements and attendance. (4 day work week 7 ½ hour per day)

Please contact your instructor or the bookstore for information regarding textbooks, supplies and equipment.