Cosmetology (A55140)

Purpose

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 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 related businesses.

Admission Requirements and Special Conditions

A high school diploma (or equivalent), satisfactory scores on college placement tests (or equivalent) and a minimum GPA in English and mathematics are required. If students have deficiencies in English and/or mathematics, RCC offers pre-college courses to prepare students for the Cosmetology curriculum.

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Program Curriculum

First Semester (Fall)

• ACA 111 - College Student Success Credit Hours: 1
• COS 111 - Cosmetology Concepts I Credit Hours: 4
• COS 112 - Salon I Credit Hours: 8

Second Semester (Spring)

• COS 113 - Cosmetology Concepts II Credit Hours: 4
• COS 114 - Salon II Credit Hours: 8
• ENG 110 - Freshman Composition Credit Hours: 3

Third Semester (Summer)

• CIS 110 - Introduction to Computers Credit Hours: 3
• COS 223 - Contemp Hair Coloring Credit Hours: 2
• COS 240 - Contemporary Design Credit Hours: 2

Fourth Semester (Fall)

• COS 115 - Cosmetology Concepts III Credit Hours: 4
• COS 116 - Salon III Credit Hours: 4
• ENG 115 - Oral Communication Credit Hours: 3
• Humanities/ Fine Arts - Elective Credit Hours: 3
• MAT 110 - Math Measurement & Literacy Credit Hours: 3

Fifth Semester (Spring)

• COS 117 - Cosmetology Concepts IV Credit Hours: 2
• COS 118 - Salon IV Credit Hours: 7
• PSY 118 - Interpersonal Psychology Credit Hours: 3
• or  PSY 150 - General Psychology Credit Hours: 3

Total Credit Hours 64

Additional Curriculum Notes

1. Students are required to complete all cosmetology courses with a “C” or better and acquire 1500 clock hours to qualify for the North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners.
2. The Humanities/Fine Arts Elective for the Associate Degree Program can be satisfied by taking one of the following courses:

• ART 111 - Art Appreciation Credit Hours: 3
• MUS 110 - Music Appreciation Credit Hours: 3
• MUS 112 - Introduction to Jazz Credit Hours: 3
• REL 110 - World Religions Credit Hours: 3
• REL 221 - Religion in America Credit Hours: 3