Cosmetology - Associate in Technical Arts (ATA)

Program Overview

This cosmetology program provides comprehensive training in hair care, hairstyling, chemical texture services, skin care, nail care, and business skills. Through hands-on lab clinics, students gain practical experience in various cosmetology services, preparing them for entry-level positions in the field. Related instruction in business mathematics, writing, and human relations complements the technical training.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Quarter One (13 Credits)
• COS 101 - Introduction to Cosmetology (3 Credits)
• COS 102 - Cosmetology General Sciences (3 Credits)
• COS 151 - Cosmetology Lab Clinic I (7 Credits)
• Quarter Two (22 Credits)
• COS 103 - Hair Care, Hairstyling & Haircutting (3 Credits)
• COS 104 - Chemical Texture Services (2 Credits)
• COS 105 - Basics of Haircolor (2 Credits)
• COS 152 - Cosmetology Lab Clinic II (15 Credits)
• Quarter Three (21 Credits)
• COS 120 - Cosmetology Skin Care & Services (2 Credits)
• COS 130 - Cosmetology Nail Care & Services (3 Credits)
• COS 135 - Wigs, Braiding and Extensions (1 Credit)
• COS 153 - Cosmetology Lab Clinic III (15 Credits)
• Quarter Four (21 Credits)
• COS 123 - Advanced Haircutting (2 Credits)
• COS 154 - Cosmetology Lab Clinic IV (15 Credits)
• COS 225 - Advanced Hair Coloring (2 Credits)
• COS 231 - Business Skills for Cosmetology (2 Credits)
• Quarter Five (13 Credits)
• COS 155 - Cosmetology Lab Clinic V (8 Credits)
• COS 240 - State Board Preparation (5 Credits)

Related Instruction (13 credits):

May be taken before, after, or during the program.

• BMGMT 140 - Business and Personal Mathematics (5 Credits)
• BSTEC 145 - Business Writing/Grammar for the Workplace (5 Credits)
• OLRM 220 - Human Relations in the Workplace (3 Credits)

Careers:

• Prepare students for entry-level positions in the cosmetology field
• Can include services such as Haircutting/Styling, Color, Chemical Textures, and Basic Manicuring/Skin Care services