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Programs and Courses - Cosmetology


Cosmetology

Programs

Courses

  •  

    CSME 1202 - Applications of Facial and Skin Care Technology I


    Introduction to the application of facial and skin care technology. Includes identifying and utilizing professional skin care products.
     

    Semester Hours: (2-1-2)

    CIP: 12.0409


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 1248 - Principles of Skin Care


    Prerequisites: CSME 1505

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    An introduction of the theory and practice of skin care.
     

    Semester Hours: (2-1-3)

    CIP: 12.0409


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 1254 - Artistry of Hair Design I


    Special Program Tuition: $150
    Introduction to hair design. Topics include the theory and applications of wet styling, thermal hair styling, and finishing techniques.
     

    Semester Hours: (2-1-3)

    CIP: 12.0407


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 1302 - Applications of Facial and Skin Care Technology I


    Prerequisites: Department approval.

    Introduction to the application of facial and skin care technology. Includes identifying and utilizing professional skin care products.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 12.0409


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 1310 - Introduction to Haircutting and Related Theory


    Prerequisites: CSME 1505

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    Introduction to the theory and practice of hair cutting. Topics include terminology, implements, sectioning and finishing techniques.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 12.0407


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 1420 - Orientation to Facial Specialist


    An overview of the skills and knowledge necessary for the field of facials and skin care.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 12.0408


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 1430 - Orientation to Nail Technology


    Prerequisites: Department approval.

    An overview of the fundamental skills and knowledge necessary for the field of nail technology.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 12.0410


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 1435 - Orientation to the Instruction of Cosmetology


    Prerequisites: Current Cosmetology Operator’s license and department approval.

    An overview of the skills and knowledge necessary for the instruction of cosmetology students. Per TDLR each cohort can only have 3 students per licensed instructor.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 12.0413


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 1443 - Manicuring and Related Theory


    Prerequisites: CSME 1505

    Presentation of the theory and practice of nail services. Topics include terminology, application, and workplace competencies related to nail services.
     

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 12.0410


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 1445 - Principles of Facial and Skin Care Technology II


    A continuation of the concepts and principles in skin care and other related technologies. Topics include advanced instruction in anatomy, physiology, theory, and related skills of facial and skin care technology.
     

    Semester Hours: (4-2-6)

    CIP: 12.0409


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 1447 - Principles of Skin Care/Facials and Related Theory


    In-depth coverage of the theory and practice of skin care, facials, and cosmetics.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 12.0409


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 1451 - Artistry of Hair, Theory and Practice


    Prerequisites: CSME 1505 and CSME 1254

    Instruction in the artistry of hair design. Topics include theory, techniques, and application of hair design.
     

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 12.0407


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 1505 - Fundamentals of Cosmetology


    Special Program Tuition: $300
    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    A course in the basic fundamentals of cosmetology. Topics include safety and sanitation, service preparation, manicure, facial, chemical services, shampoo, haircut, wet styling, and comb out.
     

    Semester Hours: (5-3-8)

    CIP: 12.0401


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 1521 - Principles of Facial and Skin Care Technology I


    An introduction to the principles of facial and skin care technology. Topics include anatomy, physiology, theory, and related skills of facial and skin care technology.

    Semester Hours: (5-3-6)

    CIP: 12.0409


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 1531 - Principles of Nail Technology I


    Prerequisites: Department approval.

    A course in the principles of nail technology. Topics include anatomy, physiology, theory, and skills related to nail technology.

    Semester Hours: (5-3-7)

    CIP: 12.0410


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 1534 - Cosmetology Instructor I


    Prerequisites: Current Cosmetology Operator’s license and department approval. Per TDLR each cohort can only have three (3) students per licensed instructor.

    The fundamentals of instructing cosmetology students.

    Semester Hours: (5-3-8)

    CIP: 12.0413


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 1541 - Principles of Nail Technology II


    Prerequisites: Department approval.

    A continuation of the concepts and principles of nail technology. Topics include professional ethics, salon management, client relations, and related skills of nail technology.

    Semester Hours: (5-3-8)

    CIP: 12.0410


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 1553 - Chemical Reformation and Related Theory


    Prerequisites: CSME 1505

    Presentation of the theory and practice of chemical reformation including terminology, application, and workplace competencies.
     

    Semester Hours: (5-2-9)

    CIP: 12.0407


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 2202 - Introduction to Application of Hair Color


    Prerequisites: CSME 2204 and CSME 2401

    Introduction to basic hair color applications including safety and sanitation procedures.

    Semester Hours: (2-1-3)

    CIP: 12.0407


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
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    CSME 2204 - Introduction to the Theory and Chemistry of Hair Color


    The introduction of basic theory and chemistry of hair color. Topics include the Law of Color, terminology and chemical composition of hair color products.
     

    Semester Hours: (2-1-3)

    CIP: 12.0407


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 2233 - Applications of Facial and Skin Care Technology II


    Prerequisites: CSME 1302  and department approval.

    Continuation of the Application of Facial and Skin Care Technology I. Preparation for the state licensing Facial Specialty Exam.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-1)

    CIP: 12.0409


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 2237 - Advanced Cosmetology Techniques


    Prerequisites: CSME 1505

    Mastery of advanced cosmetology techniques including hair designs, professional cosmetology services, and workplace competencies.
     

    Semester Hours: (2-0-8)

    CIP: 12.0401


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 2310 - Advanced Haircutting and Related Theory


    Prerequisites: CSME 1505 and CSME 1310

    Advanced concepts and practice of haircutting. Topics include haircuts utilizing scissors, razor, and/or clippers.

    Semester Hours: (3-1-6)

    CIP: 12.0407


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
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    CSME 2343 - Salon Development


    Prerequisites: CSME 1505

    Procedures necessary for salon development. Topics include professional ethics and goal setting, salon operation, and record keeping.
     

    Semester Hours: (3-2-3)

    CIP: 12.0412


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 2401 - The Principles of Hair Coloring and Related Theory


    Prerequisites: CSME 1505 and CSME 2204

    Presentation of the theory, practice, and chemistry of hair color. Topics include terminology, application, and workplace competencies related to hair color.
     

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 12.0407


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 2414 - Cosmetology Instructor II


    A continuation of the fundamentals of instructing cosmetology students.  Current Cosmetology Operator’s license and department approval. Per TDLR each cohort can only have 3 students per licensed instructor.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 12.0413


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 2430 - Nail Enhancement


    Prerequisites: Department approval.

    A course in the theory, application, and related technology of nail enhancements.

    Semester Hours: (5-2-8)

    CIP: 12.0410


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 2441 - Preparation for the State Licensing Examination


    Prerequisites: CSME 1505, CSME 1310, and CSME 2310

    Preparation for the state licensing examination.

    Semester Hours: (4-1-9)

    CIP: 12.0401


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 2445 - Instructional Theory and Clinic Operation


    An overview of the objectives required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Instructor Examination. Current Cosmetology Operator’s license and department approval. Per TDLR each cohort can only have 3 students per licensed instructor.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 12.0413


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 2531 - Principles of Facial and Skin Care Technology III


    Prerequisites: CSME 1302  and department approval.

    Advanced concepts and principles of skin care and other related technologies.

    Semester Hours: (5-3-6)

    CIP: 12.0409


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 2544 - Cosmetology Instructor IV


    Prerequisites: Current Cosmetology Operator’s license and department approval. Per TDLR each cohort can only have three (3) students per licensed instructor.

    Advanced concepts of instruction in a cosmetology program. Topics include demonstration, development, and implementation of advanced evaluation techniques.

    Semester Hours: (5-3-8)

    CIP: 12.0413


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No
  •  

    CSME 2549 - Cosmetology Instructor III


    Presentation of lesson plan assignments and evaluation techniques. Current Cosmetology Operator’s license and department approval. Per TDLR each cohort can only have three (3) students per licensed instructor.

    Semester Hours: (5-3-6)

    CIP: 12.0413


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: No