Cosmetology
Program Type: Certificate in Applied Science
Program Level: UG
Division: Career & Technical Education
Program Duration: 16 months
Program Contact: Mary Cox
Credit Requirement: 42
Time: Day
Program overview
The Cosmetology program will provide instruction to enable graduates to pass the South Carolina State Board of Cosmetology examination to become a licensed Cosmetologist and to secure entry-level positions in salons. Graduates will be able to perform under safe and sanitary conditions, all phases of cosmetology-related skills including hair shaping, hairstyling, hair coloring, chemical services, manicuring, and skin care. Students must clock in a total of 1500 hours to be eligible to take the South Carolina-State Licensing Examination. Applicants will be admitted to this program on a first come, first qualified bases. Applicants are considered to be qualified when they meet all college and program requirements. New students are admitted into the program every semester.
Courses Required
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Entry Requirements
To see a list of entrance requirements for this program, please check the FDTC Course Catalog.
Student Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Demonstrate roller control, hair shaping, and nail care.
- Demonstrate hair color and hair lightening.
- Identify the method used for hair removal, basic skin care, and make-up application.