Cosmetology

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Program Description:

Program CIP Code: 12.0499

Program SOC Code: 39.5012

It is time to become upgraded with some phenomenal cosmetic skills, and our Cosmetology Program shows you how. With our intensive training programs comprising of hair design, hair extensions, runway fashion, wedding styles, coloring, styling, facials, waxing, eyelash extensions, studio makeup, lash lift, electrotherapy, nail arts, gel nails, dip powder nail technology, acrylic nail applications, and many more at no extra charge to our students is going to change people’s lives.

We understand as the saying goes, that “First impression is the last impression”, it is absolutely necessary to for you to know a little more than the basic hair cut or the simple skin tone adjustment to stand out in the beauty industry.

Cosmetology graduate holding her certificate

Our course is open for all ages and gender (men, women, old, young) and we aim to shape them to pursue a career with many opportunities. The California State Department of Barbering and Cosmetology has scheduled 1000 hours of extensive training sessions within which all phases of learning have to be covered as per section 7316 of the Barbering and Cosmetology Act.

This initiative is to impart the students with full knowledge of the Cosmetic industry and prepare them for putting their first steps in the world of glamour. It is followed by an evaluation conducted by the California State Department of Barbering and Cosmetology. All students are required to pass this examination to obtain the License of Cosmetology. This License is mandatory to start your practice as a cosmetologist in the state of California.

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Cosmetology graduate holding scissors

It is an art to make a person presentable before the judging eyes of the world. As a knowledgeable man once said, “The truth of beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder”, the people around the globe has always taken pride to showcase themselves, in the best manner possible. It is this mania for being presentable that keeps the demand for the cosmetologists hot in today’s pacing world.

Celebrities to business tycoons to the fashion-conscious generation of the present day all flock to cosmetologists to keep themselves ready always for any event they are going to attend. To look good is a necessity and everybody is fashion conscious these days. Everybody requires hair, nail, and facial services as often as a monthly basis. The beautician is becoming the customer’s close friend. This trust is built for benefits for both the sides and the business gains longevity.

EDUCATIONAL GOALS

Educational goals:

Learn the proper use of implements and techniques relative to all cosmetology services.
Acquire knowledge of laws and rules regulating the established California’s cosmetology practices.
Acquire business management techniques common to cosmetology
Provide a learning environment, in which students strengthen inner emotional controls, increase self-confidence and self-discipline, and establish a sense of dignity and self-worth
Present learning activities, which teach students to listen, observe, solve problems, and develop manipulative skills.
Provide diverse instructional strategies, which meet students’ needs and learning styles.
Provide an opportunity to learn the basic skills of the trade together with the related scientific and technical knowledge of advancement necessary in the cosmetology field.
Provide productive experiences as nearly as those “on-the-job” as possible
Provide safety consciousness in the work environment
Promote interpersonal relationships, which are directed toward developing the ability to work cooperatively
Provide an opportunity for students to develop leadership abilities
Create a learning environment in which students will develop an appreciation for quality craftsmanship
Provide students with salable skills in the cosmetology field
Develop a positive work ethic and the self-discipline required for work and advancement in the industry.
Equipped to make an impact in the career path of your choice.
Learn from industry professionals with real world experience.
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CAREER

Career

After graduation, you will be facing a diversity of job possibilities including hairstylist, colorist, nail technician, educator, platform artist, or makeup artist. You may choose to work in an independent salon, a day spa, a national franchise, an independent chain, or you may even choose to be open your own salon at some point.

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STUDENT SUCCESS

Our Cosmetology Graduates

Cosmetology graduate holding her license
Daija holding her cosmetology license
Kaelin Alexis holding her cosmetology license
Kia Vang holding her cosmetology license
Cosmetology student celebrating her license
Cosmetology graduate displaying her license

Instructional Method:

Students may choose to learn the entire course on-campus or instructor-led (synchronous) distance education.

The program does not require internships or externships.

Course Length:

Students can earn 500 hours (50%) of the program.

Prerequisite:

None.

Sessions:

Begin weekly on Mondays

CURRICULUM

Curriculum:

The curriculum for students enrolled in a barbering course shall consist of one thousand (1,000) clock hours of technical instruction and practical operations covering all practices constituting the art of barbering pursuant to Section 7316 of the Barbering and Cosmetology Act. Technical instruction means instruction given by demonstration, lecture, classroom participation, or examination.

Practical operation means the actual performance by the student of a complete service on another person or on a mannequin. Practical training means the time it takes to perform a practical operation.

Health and Safety

100 Hours

Includes hazardous substances, chemical safety, safety data sheets, protection from hazardous chemicals, preventing chemical injuries, health and safety laws and regulations, and preventing communicable diseases.

Disinfection and Sanitation

100 Hours

Includes disinfection procedures to protect the health and safety of consumers as well as the technician and proper disinfection procedures for equipment used in establishments.

Chemical Hair Services

200 Hours

Includes coloring, straightening, waving, bleaching, hair analysis, predisposition and strand tests, safety precautions, formula mixing, and the use of dye removers.

Hair Styling Services

200 Hours

Includes coloring, straightening, waving, bleaching, hair analysis, predisposition and strand tests, safety precautions, formula mixing, and the use of dye removers.

Skincare Services

150 Hours

Includes chemical and manual facials and massaging, stimulating, exfoliating, cleansing, or beautifying the face, scalp, neck, or body by the use of hands, esthetic devices, cosmetic products, antiseptics, lotions, tonics, or creams that do not result in the ablation or destruction of the live tissue.

Hair Removal, Lash & Brow Beautification

50 Hours

Includes tinting and perming eyelashes and brows and applying eyelashes to any person, and includes removing superfluous hair from the body of any person by use of depilatories, tweezers, sugaring, nonprescription chemicals, or waxing, or by the use of devices and appliances of any kind or description, except by the use of lasers or light waves, which are commonly known as rays.

Manicure and Pedicure

100 Hours

Includes water and oil manicures, hand and arm massage, foot and ankle massage, nail analysis, and artificial nail services, including, but not limited to, acrylic, liquid and powder brush-ons, dip, tips, wraps and repairs.

Advanced Salon Techniques and Business

100 Hours

Advanced hair care: women and men hair designs, updos, styling, permanent waves, hair extensions, scalp massage, ombre hair color, balayage hair color, color correction, high fashion hair color, hair treatment, and latest trends and techniques.Free Advanced Training: Hydra Glow Facial, Full Body Waxing, Lash Extension, Makeup Artistry, Lash & Brow Lift & Henna tint, Electrotherapy.

Advanced nail care: Acrylic Application, Builder Gel & Gel-X, Poly Gel & Nail Design, Extend Gel Application, Spa, Manicure & Pedicure, Nail Drill Operation and more

TOTAL HOURS 1000
Cosmetology graduate holding her certificate