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Northeast Lakeview College

Northeast Lakeview College

Northeast Bexar County
Est. 2007

Serving more than 6,000 students from the ten Metrocom Communities and northeast San Antonio. Named “Best Institutional Facility” by Live Oak Economic Development.
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Northwest Vista College

Northwest Vista College

Northwest San Antonio
Est. 1995

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Palo Alto College

Palo Alto College

South San Antonio
Est. 1985

Top 10 finalist for the 2019 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s signature recognition of high achievement and performance in America’s community colleges.
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St. Philip’s College

St. Philip’s College

East and Southwest
San Antonio
Est. 1898

A comprehensive public community college whose mission is to empower our diverse student population through educational achievement and career readiness.
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San Antonio College

Midtown
Est. 1925

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Palo Alto College

Nov 22, 2024

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Palo Alto College Schedule/Catalog 2017-2018 [Archived Catalog]

Cosmetology Operator, A.A.S.

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This AAS degree is a two-year degree plan designed for students who want to pursue a career in Cosmetology. The Cosmetology program prepares the students with the theory and basic skills to successfully pass the State Licensing Examination.

Students can use their degree to transfer to a four-year university and earn a Bachelor of Applied Arts & Sciences. It is a great opportunity for students who may want to enter the workforce as a Cosmetologist and further their education

With this award, you may seek jobs such as:

Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists

Related Awards

Cosmetology Esthetician, A.A.S.

Cosmetology Operator Level 2 Certificate

Cosmetology Esthetician Specialty Level 1 Certificate

Total Credit Hours Required: 60

Semester I

Select 1 course from the Social and Behavioral Sciences (80) Core
CSME 1310 - Introduction to Haircutting and Related Theory ***
CSME 1248 - Principles of Skin Care ***
CSME 1505 - Fundamentals of Cosmetology ***

Semester II

CSME 1451 - Artistry of Hair, Theory and Practice ***
CSME 1254 - Artistry of Hair Design I ***
CSME 1443 - Manicuring and Related Theory ***
Select 1 course from the Creative Arts (50) Core

Semester III

CSME 2204 - Introduction to the Theory and Chemistry of Hair Color
CSME 2401 - The Principles of Hair Coloring and Related Theory
CSME 2202 - Introduction to Application of Hair Color

Semester IV

CSME 2310 - Advanced Haircutting and Related Theory
CSME 1553 - Chemical Reformation and Related Theory
ENGL 1301 - Composition I
Select 1 course from the Additional Communication (90) Core

Semester V

Select 1 course from the Mathematics (20) Core
CSME 2237 - Advanced Cosmetology Techniques
CSME 2343 - Salon Development
CSME 2441 - Preparation for the State Licensing Examination *

Milestone Course(s)

*** denotes Milestone course(s).
A milestone course is a course that is critical for success in this program.

NOTES:

* Capstone Course
CIP Code: 12.0401
Major Code: COSM

Additional Program Information

This AAS degree is a two-year degree plan designed for students who want to pursue a career in Cosmetology. The Cosmetology program prepares the students with the theory and basic skills to successfully pass the State Licensing Examination.

Students can use their degree to transfer to a four-year university and earn a Bachelor of Applied Arts & Sciences. It is a great opportunity for students who may want to enter the workforce as a Cosmetologist and further their education.

Advisory Committee Members:

Linda Benavidez, Synastry Management Group
Sylvia Cano, Great Clips
Dorria Fox, Team Sailing, Inc.
Cecilia Gonzales, Team Sailing, Inc.
Michael Mayer, Synastry Management Group
Teresa Morales, The Beauty Spot
Melinda Orta, Hair-N-Nails Saloon
Terri Price, Great Clips
Charla Spivey, JC Penney Salon

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