Cosmetology
The Cosmetology curriculum is designed to provide scientific/artistic principles, and hands on fundamentals associated with the cosmetology industry. The curriculum competency-based knowledge provides a simulated salon environment which enables students to develop manipulative skills.
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.
In the future, a Manicuring Certificate and Esthetics Certificate may be offered. These certificates will assist students in completing their Cosmetology degree. Upon completion of the certificates, students will be eligible for the North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Arts Manicurist or Esthetics testing.
Clinic Floor Services:
Salon Services Menu
What will you learn?
•Professional imaging
•Hair design
•Chemical processes
•Skin and nail care
•Business/computer principles
What Supplies Do You Need?
•Cosmetology kit – approx. $600
•Books – approx. $400
•Scrub uniform, jacket, and uniform shoes – approx. $300
What can you earn?
Associate in Applied Science Degree
Cosmetology
Diploma
Cosmetology
Certificate
•Cosmetology
•Esthetics Technology
•Manicuring/Nail Technology
Day and evening programs are available.
Graduates will qualify to sit for the N.C. State Board of Cosmetic Arts examination.
Career opportunities
•Hairstylist and/or manicurist
•Distributors/sales consultant
•Makeup artist
•Hair color specialist
•Salon manager or owner
Salary
Entry-level range: $9-$18 per hour (w/commissions)
With experience: $21,000+ per year
(contingent on economy and geographic location)
Admission
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.
Progression/Readmission
Students must maintain a minimum grade of “C” and satisfactory completion of all skills to remain in the program.
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.
Contact us
For more information, call the Cosmetology department at 336-506-4393.
print Cosmetology • Semester by Semester
| Course Number |
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| COS-111 | Cosmetology Concepts I | 4 | 4 |
COS-111 Cosmetology Concepts I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course introduces basic cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, first aid, sanitation, bacteriology, anatomy, diseases and disorders, hygiene, product knowledge, chemistry, ethics, manicures, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. Register for this class |
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| COS-112 | Salon I | 24 | 8 |
COS-112 Salon I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course introduces basic salon services. Topics include scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, permanent waving, pressing, relaxing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate salon services. Register for this class |
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| COS-224 | Trichology & Chemistry | 4 | 2 |
COS-224 Trichology & Chemistry PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course is a study of hair and the interaction of applied chemicals. Emphasis is placed on pH actions and the reactions and effects of chemical ingredients. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of chemical terminology, pH testing, and chemical reactions on hair. Register for this class |
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| Semester Total | 32 | 14 | |
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| COM-120 | Intro to Interpersonal Communication | 3 | 3 |
COM-120 Intro to Interpersonal Communication PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • RED-070 or DRE-096This course introduces the practices and principles of interpersonal communication in both dyadic and group settings. Emphasis is placed on the communication process, perception, listening, self-disclosure, speech apprehension, ethics, nonverbal communication, conflict, power, and dysfunctional communication relationships. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate interpersonal communication skills, apply basic principles of group discussion, and manage conflict in interpersonal communication situations. Register for this class |
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| Semester Total | 3 | 3 | |
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| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 3 | 3 |
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| Semester Total | 0 | 0 |
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| COS-223 | Contemp Hair Coloring | 4 | 2 |
COS-223 Contemp Hair Coloring PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • COS-111 AND COS-112This course covers basic color concepts, hair coloring problems, and application techniques. Topics include color theory, terminology, contemporary techniques, product knowledge, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify a clients color needs and safely and competently perform color applications and correct problems. Register for this class |
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| BUS-110 | Introduction to Business | 3 | 3 |
BUS-110 Introduction to Business PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course provides a survey of the business world. Topics include the basic principles and practices of contemporary business. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of business concepts as a foundation for studying other business subjects. Register for this class |
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| CIS-110 | Introduction to Computers | 4 | 3 |
CIS-110 Introduction to Computers PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course introduces computer concepts, including fundamental functions and operations of the computer. Topics include identification of hardware components, basic computer operations, security issues, and use of software applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role and function of computers and use the computer to solve problems. Register for this class |
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| PSY-150 | General Psychology | 3 | 3 |
PSY-150 General Psychology PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • ENG 080 and RED 080 or DRE-097This course provides an overview of the scientific study of human behavior. Topics include history, methodology, biopsychology, sensation, perception, learning, motivation, cognition, abnormal behavior, personality theory, social psychology, and other relevant topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of the science of psychology. Register for this class |
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| Semester Total | 14 | 11 | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 31 | |||
print Cosmetology (Day Option) • Semester by Semester
| Course Number |
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| COS-111 | Cosmetology Concepts I | 4 | 4 |
COS-111 Cosmetology Concepts I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course introduces basic cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, first aid, sanitation, bacteriology, anatomy, diseases and disorders, hygiene, product knowledge, chemistry, ethics, manicures, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. Register for this class |
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| COS-112 | Salon I | 24 | 8 |
COS-112 Salon I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course introduces basic salon services. Topics include scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, permanent waving, pressing, relaxing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate salon services. Register for this class |
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| ENG-115 | Oral Communication | 3 | 3 |
ENG-115 Oral Communication PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • Take DRE-096This course introduces the basic principles of oral communication in both small group and public settings. Emphasis is placed on the components of the communication process, group decision-making, and public address. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the principles of effective oral communication in small group and public settings. Register for this class |
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| Major Elective | 4 | 2 | |
| Semester Total | 35 | 17 | |
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| Major Elective | 4 | 2 | |
| Semester Total | 4 | 2 |
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| Major Elective | 4 | 2 | |
| Semester Total | 4 | 2 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 21 | |||
print Cosmetology (Evening Option) • Semester by Semester
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| COS-111AB | Cosmetology Concepts I | 2 | 2 |
COS-111AB Cosmetology Concepts I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course introduces basic cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, first aid, sanitation, bacteriology, anatomy, diseases and disorders, hygiene, product knowledge, chemistry, ethics, manicures, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. Register for this class |
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| COS-112AB | Salon I | 12 | 4 |
COS-112AB Salon I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course introduces basic salon services. Topics include scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, permanent waving, pressing, relaxing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate salon services. Register for this class |
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| ENG-115 | Oral Communication | 3 | 3 |
ENG-115 Oral Communication PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • Take DRE-096This course introduces the basic principles of oral communication in both small group and public settings. Emphasis is placed on the components of the communication process, group decision-making, and public address. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the principles of effective oral communication in small group and public settings. Register for this class |
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| Major Elective | 4 | 2 | |
| Semester Total | 21 | 11 | |
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| COS-111BB | Cosmetology Concepts I | 2 | 2 |
COS-111BB Cosmetology Concepts I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course introduces basic cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, first aid, sanitation, bacteriology, anatomy, diseases and disorders, hygiene, product knowledge, chemistry, ethics, manicures, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. Register for this class |
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| COS-112BB | Salon I | 12 | 4 |
COS-112BB Salon I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course introduces basic salon services. Topics include scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, permanent waving, pressing, relaxing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate salon services. Register for this class |
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| Major Elective | 4 | 2 | |
| Semester Total | 18 | 8 | |
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| COS-115AB | Cosmetology Concepts III | 2 | 2 |
COS-115AB Cosmetology Concepts III PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, product knowledge, salon management, salesmanship, skin care, electricity/light therapy, wigs, thermal hair styling, lash and brow tinting, superfluous hair removal, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. Register for this class |
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| COS-116AB | Salon III | 6 | 2 |
COS-116AB Salon III PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course provides comprehensive experience in a simulated salon setting. Emphasis is placed on intermediate-level of skin care, manicuring, scalp treatments, shampooing, hair color, design, haircutting, chemical restructuring, pressing, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate these salon services. Register for this class |
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| Semester Total | 8 | 4 | |
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| COS-113AB | Cosmetology Concepts II | 2 | 2 |
COS-113AB Cosmetology Concepts II PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, product knowledge, chemistry, manicuring, chemical restructuring, and hair coloring. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. Register for this class |
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| COS-114AB | Salon II | 12 | 4 |
COS-114AB Salon II PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course provides experience in a simulated salon setting. Topics include basic skin care, manicuring, nail application, scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, chemical restructuring, pressing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate these salon services. Register for this class |
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| Major Elective | 4 | 2 | |
| Semester Total | 18 | 8 | |
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| COS-113BB | Cosmetology Concepts II | 2 | 2 |
COS-113BB Cosmetology Concepts II PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, product knowledge, chemistry, manicuring, chemical restructuring, and hair coloring. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. Register for this class |
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| COS-114BB | Salon II | 12 | 4 |
COS-114BB Salon II PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course provides experience in a simulated salon setting. Topics include basic skin care, manicuring, nail application, scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, chemical restructuring, pressing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate these salon services. Register for this class |
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| Semester Total | 14 | 6 | |
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| COS-115BB | Cosmetology Concepts III | 2 | 2 |
COS-115BB Cosmetology Concepts III PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, product knowledge, salon management, salesmanship, skin care, electricity/light therapy, wigs, thermal hair styling, lash and brow tinting, superfluous hair removal, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. Register for this class |
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| COS-116BB | Salon III | 6 | 2 |
COS-116BB Salon III PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course provides comprehensive experience in a simulated salon setting. Emphasis is placed on intermediate-level of skin care, manicuring, scalp treatments, shampooing, hair color, design, haircutting, chemical restructuring, pressing, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate these salon services. Register for this class |
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| Semester Total | 8 | 4 | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 41 | |||
print Cosmetology Certificate • Semester by Semester
Course and Hour Requirements| Course Number |
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| COS-111 | Cosmetology Concepts I | 4 | 4 |
COS-111 Cosmetology Concepts I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course introduces basic cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, first aid, sanitation, bacteriology, anatomy, diseases and disorders, hygiene, product knowledge, chemistry, ethics, manicures, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. Register for this class |
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| COS-112 | Salon I | 24 | 8 |
COS-112 Salon I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course introduces basic salon services. Topics include scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, permanent waving, pressing, relaxing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate salon services. Register for this class |
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| Semester Total | 28 | 12 | |
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| Major Elective | 4 | 2 | |
| Semester Total | 4 | 2 |
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| Semester Total | 0 | 0 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 14 | |||
printEsthetics Technology
Course and Hour Requirements| Course Number |
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| COS-119 | Esthetics Concepts I | 2 | 2 |
COS-119 Esthetics Concepts I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course covers the concepts of esthetics. Topics include orientation, anatomy, physiology, hygiene, sterilization, first aid, chemistry, basic dermatology, and professional ethics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of esthetics and meet course requirements. Register for this class |
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| COS-120 | Esthetics Salon I | 18 | 6 |
COS-120 Esthetics Salon I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course covers the techniques of esthetics in a comprehensive experience in a simulated salon setting. Topics include client consultation, facials, body treatments, hair removal, make-up applications, and color analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate esthetic services on clients in a salon setting. Register for this class |
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| COS-125 | Esthetics Concepts II | 2 | 2 |
COS-125 Esthetics Concepts II PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course covers more comprehensive esthetics concepts. Topics include nutrition, business management, makeup, and color analysis. Upon completion students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the advanced esthetics concepts and meet course requirements. Register for this class |
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| Semester Total | 22 | 10 | |
printManicuring/Nail Technology
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| Semester Total | 0 | 0 |
print Cosmetology Instructor • Semester by Semester
Course and Hour Requirements| Course Number |
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| COS-271 | Instructor Concepts I | 5 | 5 |
COS-271 Instructor Concepts I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course introduces the basic cosmetology instructional concepts. Topics include orientation, theories of education, unit planning, daily lesson planning, laboratory management, student assessment, record keeping, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify theories of education, develop lesson plans, demonstrate supervisory techniques, and assess student performance in a classroom setting. Register for this class |
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| COS-272 | Instructor Practicum I | 21 | 7 |
COS-272 Instructor Practicum I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONEThis course covers supervisory and instructional skills for teaching entry-level cosmetology students in a laboratory setting. Topics include demonstrations of services, supervision, and entry-level student assessment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate salon services and instruct and objectively assess the entry-level student. Register for this class |
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| Semester Total | 26 | 12 | |
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| COS-273 | Instructor Concepts II | 5 | 5 |
COS-273 Instructor Concepts II PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • Take COS-271 AND COS-272This course covers advanced cosmetology instructional concepts. Topics include practical demonstrations, lesson planning, lecture techniques, development and administration of assessment tools, record keeping, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to develop lesson plans, demonstrate supervision techniques, assess student performance in a classroom setting, and keep accurate records. Register for this class |
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| COS-274 | Instructor Practicum II | 21 | 7 |
COS-274 Instructor Practicum II PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • COS-271 AND COS-272This course is designed to develop supervisory and instructional skills for teaching advanced cosmetology students in a laboratory setting. Topics include practical demonstrations, supervision, and advanced student assessment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the areas covered by the Instructor Licensing Examination and meet program completion requirements. Register for this class |
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| Semester Total | 26 | 12 | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 24 | |||
Employment is available in beauty salons, as skin/nail specialists, platform artists, and related businesses.