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Cosmetology

Prerequisites
  • 16 years of age (if under 18 years and in high school, must have Counselor’s approval)
  • 10th Grade Education or GED
  • California Resident
  • Current Photo Identification

    Requirements for Completion
  • 1600 Clock Hours: which include technical instruction hours and required operations
  • After completion of the required technical instruction and operation hours, the student must take a State Board Exam for licensing with the State of California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.

    Class Schedules
    Morning Class 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Monday through Friday
    Afternoon Class 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
    All Day Class 8:30 to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
    Evening Class 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday

    Curriculum

    Chapter of Study – Cosmetology Chemistry; Health and Safety; Hazardous Substance; Theory of Electricity; Bacteriology; Anatomy; Physiology & Cells; Wet Hair Styling; Soft Curl; Permanent Waving; Chemical Straightening; Hair Cutting; Hair Coloring and Bleaching; Scalp and Hair Treatments; Facials; Eyebrow Arching and Hair Removal; Manicuring and Pedicuring; Artificial Nails; Communication Skills; and Mock Interviews.

    Additional Classes Available
  • “Brush-up Classes” for former students in preparation for the State Board Examination. To be at 50-100 hours at the Instructor’s discretion.
  • “Crossover Courses”: for students who wish to complete the full cosmetology course after having finished and obtained their license for a portion thereof. (i.e., Barbering or Manicuring) These courses consist of 400 hours and are offered upon the approval of the Instructor and availability of space.

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