THRIVE AS A COSMETOLOGY PROFESSIONAL
Use the latest products and materials to ensure ample preparation needed to survive in an ever-changing cosmetology/personal health world.
Degree Options to Fit Your Career Goals:
- Associate in Applied Sciences Degree
Earn a valuable Cosmetology Associate Degree. - Diploma
Learn cosmetology through our diploma program. - Certificate
Earn certificates in cosmetology, esthetics technology and manicuring/nail technology.
Learn more about Cosmetology.
PROGRAM BENEFITS
Cosmetology requires advanced knowledge of scientific and artistic principles. Additionally, cosmetology can be applied to a wide variety of careers such as influencer marketing, nail and makeup technology and more.
Alamance Community College is aware of these diverse career offerings, which is why our Cosmetology program is a competency-based curriculum taught in a salon setting to perfectly emulate the career experiences of a cosmetology professional.
Working alongside our skilled and licensed faculty, you will be prepared to pass the State Board of Cosmetic Arts examination and thrive as a cosmetology professional.
Cosmetology graduates earn $9-$18 hourly, and around $21,000 per year after five years of experience.
(Contingent on economy and geographic location)
What you'll learn
- All phases of professional imaging
- Hair design
- Chemical processes
- Skin care
- Nail care
- Multicultural practices
- Business/ computer principles
- Product knowledge and other selected topics
Jobs you'll qualify for
- Hairstylist and/or manicurist
- Distributors/sales consultant
- Makeup artist
- Hair color specialist
- Salon manager or owner
Curriculum Plans for all levels
We know everyone is starting this journey from different places. That's why each plan is outfitted with specific courses to help you achieve your goals in your own time-frame.
Associate
Take the deepest dive into Cosmetology with a two-year evening Associate in Applied Sciences degree. Gain exposure in all areas of cosmetology to prepare for a lucrative career in the industry.
Diploma
Are you interested in Cosmetology but not sure you want to commit to a two-year degree program? Get a diploma in half the time by taking a variety of classes to help you gain all the skills needed to be successful.
Certificate
Looking for a great value option? Learn all of the Cosmetology basics in as little as one semester to become certified to begin employment as a cosmetologist, esthetics technologist, or a manicuring/nail technologist.