Program Overview
Prepares students for licensing as a Cosmetologist. The Cosmetology program requires 1,600 hours of comprehensive training in beauty services.
Courses in the Cosmetology program focus on theoretical foundation, practical manipulative skills, business knowledge, career development in the field, and professional and ethical training needed for licensing through the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. Prepared with excellent entry-level skills, students are able to work in many facets of the beauty industry.
Skyline College's Cosmetology Program is approved by the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology
ADMISSIONS PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS
The Associate in Science degree with a major in Cosmetology program requires the completion
of a special application packet to be considered for admission. Admission applications
are not considered for acceptance until all documents have been completed and received
by the Office of Admissions and Records. For further information on the Cosmetology
Program please visit the Cosmetology program website.
Program Requirements
| Required Core Courses | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| COSM 701 | Cosmetology Core Concepts | 6 units |
| COSM 702 | Cosmetology Hair Design Concepts | 6 units |
| COSM 703 | Cosmetology Chemical Concepts | 3 units |
| COSM 704 | Cosmetology Intermediate Concepts | 6 units |
| COSM 705 | Cosmetology Business and Salon Experience | 9 units |
| COSM 706 | Cosmetology Advanced Concepts | 6 units |
| COSM 707 | Cosmetology Salon and Licensure Prep | 6 units |
And required General Education coursework and electives as needed to meet the minimum
60 units required for the Associate degree.
Please refer to the AA/AS Degree Requirements for more information.