Cosmetology

Core Courses: 1500 clock hours

	Clock Hours
COS 1100 Introduction to Cosmetology	125
COS 1200 Introduction to Design w/Anatomy and Physiology	125
COS 1300 Fundamentals of Design	125
COS 1400 Fundamentals of Nail and Skin Care w/Intermediate Design	125
COS 1500 Fundamentals of Color and Style	125
COS 1600 Fundamentals of Masculine Design and Style	125
COS 2100 The Cosmetology Professional	125
COS 2200 Advanced Design	125
COS 2300 Advanced Color and Style	125
COS 2400 Color and Style Practicum I	125
COS 2500 Color and Style Practicum II	125
COS 2600 Color and Style Practicum III w/Exam Prep	125

Cosmetology Program Course Descriptions

COS 1100 Introduction to Cosmetology: 125 clock hours

This course provides an overview of cosmetology as a career and business. Students receive training in salon ecology and trichology and begin developing the skills necessary to offer basic hair care services such as draping, shampooing, and scalp massage, as well as covering South Carolina rules & regulations. Professionalism, safety, and sanitation protocols are required to be followed at all times. Outside work required.

COS 1200 Introduction to Design w/Anatomy and Physiology: 125 clock hours

This course introduces the scope of design principles by teaching students how to combine fundamental hair cutting philosophy and realistic methods with design principles. The course studies the concepts, principles, and adaptability guidelines in hair design. Additionally, students integrate the study of anatomy and physiology concepts as they relate to the field of professional cosmetology. Professionalism, safety, and sanitation protocols are required to be followed at all times. Outside work required.

COS 1300 Fundamentals of Design: 125 clock hours

This course enhances the design principles learned in Introduction to Design, with a focus on hair cutting philosophy in practice. It continues to build upon practical methods acquired with design principles. Students will begin to apply professional guest relations, and technical knowledge in a student salon environment under the supervision of a licensed cosmetology instructor as they perform services on guests. Professionalism, safety, and sanitation protocols are required to be followed at all times. Outside work required.

COS 1400 Fundamentals of Nail and Skin Care w/Intermediate Design: 125 clock hours

This course combines knowledge and skills, in the classroom and in the salon environment. Students are trained in fundamental nail and skin care philosophy and receive instruction in natural nail care, skin care, cosmetics, and hair removal techniques. Supervised learning is demonstrated in topics such as: specialized nail and skin procedures, including artificial nails, nail art, and makeup application. Students will continue to apply professional guest relations, and technical knowledge in a student salon environment under the supervision of a licensed cosmetology instructor as they perform services on guests. Professionalism, safety, and sanitation protocols are required to be followed at all times. Outside work required.

COS 1500 Fundamentals of Color and Style: 125 clock hours

This course is designed to instruct students on how to incorporate chemical and non-chemical hair texturizing methods for hair color and styling components. Additionally, students will continue the study of chemistry topics as they apply to professional cosmetology. Students will continue to apply professional guest relations, and technical knowledge in a student salon environment under the supervision of a licensed cosmetology instructor as they perform services on guests. Professionalism, safety, and sanitation protocols are required to be followed at all times. Outside work required.

COS 1600 Fundamentals of Masculine Design and Style: 125 clock hours

In this course students learn skills targeted for masculine styles, including sculpting, color, and design, clipper cutting and beard techniques. Students will continue to apply professional guest relations, and technical knowledge in a student salon environment under the supervision of a licensed cosmetology instructor as they perform services on guests. Professionalism, safety, and sanitation protocols are required to be followed at all times. Outside work required.

COS 2100 The Cosmetology Professional: 125 clock hours

This course delves further into the fundamentals of cosmetology. It is designed to provide the student with knowledge of the procedures required for the establishment as well as the day-to-day operation of a salon. Professional ethical principles, public relations, social media, salesmanship, psychology, and goal setting are discussed, as is salon service, safety topics, and record keeping. Students will continue to apply professional guest relations, and technical knowledge in a student salon environment under the supervision of a licensed cosmetology instructor as they perform services on guests. Professionalism, safety, and sanitation protocols are required to be followed at all times. Outside work required. (Prerequisite: COS 1100, COS 1200, COS 1300, COS 1400, COS 1500, COS 1600)

COS 2200 Advanced Design: 125 clock hours

This course broadens the scope of advanced hair design experience by emphasizing wigs, hair additions, and advanced long hair design techniques. Students should be able to apply these concepts safely and competently in a salon setting. Students will continue to apply professional guest relations, and technical knowledge in a student salon environment under the supervision of a licensed cosmetology instructor as they perform services on guests. Professionalism, safety, and sanitation protocols are required to be followed at all times. Outside work required. (Prerequisite: COS 1100, COS 1200, COS 1300, COS 1400, COS 1500, COS 1600)

COS 2300 Advanced Color and Style: 125 clock hours

This course enhances advanced technique practices by teaching students how to blend color, sculpting, and texture on a single form. Students should be able to apply these concepts safely and competently in a salon setting. Students will continue to apply professional guest relations, and technical knowledge in a student salon environment under the supervision of a licensed cosmetology instructor as they perform services on guests. Professionalism, safety, and sanitation protocols are required to be followed at all times. Outside work required. (Prerequisite: COS 1100, COS 1200, COS 1300, COS 1400, COS 1500, COS 1600)

COS 2400 Color and Style Practicum I: 125 clock hours

This course is designed to offer students the opportunity to apply practical knowledge and skills in the student salon environment. All aspects/subjects of the sculpting and design concepts/techniques explored since the beginning of the program shall be assessed. Students will continue to apply professional guest relations, and technical knowledge in a student salon environment under the supervision of a licensed cosmetology instructor as they perform services on guests. Professionalism, safety, and sanitation protocols are required to be followed at all times. Outside work required. (Prerequisite: COS 1100, COS 1200, COS 1300, COS 1400, COS 1500, COS 1600, COS2100, COS 2200, COS 2300)

COS 2500 Color and Style Practicum II: 125 clock hours

This course is designed to offer students the opportunity to apply practical knowledge and skills in the student salon environment. All aspects/subjects of the sculpting and design concepts/techniques explored since the beginning of the program shall be assessed. Students will continue to apply professional guest relations, and technical knowledge in a student salon environment under the supervision of a licensed cosmetology instructor as they perform services on guests. Professionalism, safety, and sanitation protocols are required to be followed at all times. Outside work required. (Prerequisite: COS 1100, COS 1200, COS 1300, COS 1400, COS 1500, COS 1600, COS2100, COS 2200, COS 2300)

COS 2600 Early Color and Style Practicum III w/ Exam Prep: 125 clock hours

This course is designed to offer students the opportunity to apply practical knowledge and skills in the student salon environment. All aspects/subjects of the sculpting and design concepts/techniques explored since the beginning of the program shall be assessed. The course also prepares students for the written and practical examination of the State Board. Students will include a thorough analysis and examination of all content reviewed in prior courses, in addition to State Board rules and regulations. Students will continue to apply professional guest relations, and technical knowledge in a student salon environment under the supervision of a licensed cosmetology instructor as they perform services on guests. Professionalism, safety, and sanitation protocols are required to be followed at all times. Outside work required. Prerequisite: COS 1100, COS 1200, COS 1300, COS 1400, COS 1500, COS 1600, COS2100, COS 2200, COS 2300)