Course work includes instruction in all phases of professional imaging, hair design,
chemical processes, skin care, nail care, multicultural practices, business/ computer
principles, product knowledge and other selected topics.
Students must maintain an average of “C” in all Cosmetology classes to comply with
the North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Art.
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.
What Supplies Do You Need?
•Cosmetology kit – approx. $600
•Books – approx. $400
•Scrub uniform, jacket, and uniform shoes – approx. $300
Class Options
Day and evening programs are available
Graduates will qualify to sit for the N.C. State Board of Cosmetic Arts examination.
Admissions
Students may be required to take one or more developmental English or math courses
prior to the required course(s) depending upon their SAT, ACT, COMPASS or ASSET test
scores. North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Art has additional requirements for
enrollment in the Cosmetology program.
Technical Standards
Students enrolling in the program must meet specific emotional, behavioral, physical,
and cognitive standards. This information is found in the admissions office.
Students qualifying for special accommodations to these standards must contact the
Coordinator for Special Needs and Counseling at 336-506-4130 for more specific information.
Transfer
Students transferring into the Cosmetology program must meet the following requirements:
- Course grade must be a “C” or better.
- Students can transfer up to 1,000 hours.
- All transcripts must be sent to Alamance Community College one moth prior to the first
day of class.
- Students must pass a theory and practical entrance exam to be placed into COS 113,
COS 114, COS 115, COS 116, COS 117, or COS 118.
AAS = Associate in Applied Science Degree
D = Diploma
C = Certificate
